today

I was praying a few minutes ago as I finished my bible study for my mom's group at church. In my prayer I thanked God for bringing me to Arkansas. Then I was taken aback by what I just said. I had to stop, open my eyes and think about that statement. Then I realized what I meant. I see my need for Him more here than I did in Louisiana. I was comfortable there. Life was easy. Even if Chip was doing this job in LA I would have had so much help. Here, not so much. I am alone in a lot of ways and that is when you see God more, at least I have. He has given us some great people and a great church and great neighbors. But, I am still alone in a lot of ways, mainly in day to day life. My best friends here live at least 30 minutes away. I met a few of them while we were in Little Rock. Even that is God's sanctification in me. It would be easier in a lot of ways if we were closer to those people. But, He does not choose easy for us always, we don't always thrive when it's easy. So, I finished my prayer time and immediately started singing...

Sustainer, Comforter, Consuming Flame
Companion, Redeemer, Above every Name
Hope for tomorrow, Joy of TODAY,
Father my Daddy, Master and THE WAY!