Wednesday night we heard a very convicting message. I was reminded how I shouldn't just be thankful for everything God gives me only once a year. I need to be continually thanking Him for everything he gives me all the time. It's such a simple message, but one that is too easily forgotten.
There was a special time set aside for prayer after the message, and I was crying out to God thanking Him for the gift of health He has given me. What happened in July is not something I would ever want for myself or for my family, but God's ways are not mine- and I'm very thankful for that. He was in control of the whole situation and He knew how everything would turn out. Mine and Nate's relationship was strengthened after that week in the hospital, and our relationship with our Lord was strengthened. God will often put things in our lives to show us that we are not in control, but he most definitely is. I pray that God received glory from that situation, and I pray that I will continue to give Him glory in every area of my life.
Thursday was spent preparing for the Thanksgiving meal and eating it! Oh, and I would be a bad wife if I didn't mention the Lions game. :) Steph and I were in charge of desserts. I made cake balls, and my first ever pecan pie. Guess they were both tasty, because by the end of the weekend everything was gone.
Late Thursday night into early Friday morning was spent Black Friday shopping with Steph, Paul, & Aaron and grocery shopping at Mejer at 1:00 a.m.- LOVE that store!!
On Friday, Steph, Noah, Eliana and I went downtown Petoskey to do some shopping. Downton Petoskey is always so pretty, but especially during the Christmas season!
Saturday was a bit of a recovery day. :) We watched the Michigan vs Ohio State football game and helped set up things for Alaina's 5th birthday.
Went to church Sunday morning to worship our Lord and Savior. And then after lunch, we took off back to Northland.
I'm so thankful for everything God has given me. He has given me more than I deserve. I'm so thankful for a God that loves me and died for me that I might live; for my salvation; a loving, faithful, wise husband; a beautiful, heathy baby girl; loving parents; my health; a roof over my head; food to eat; and clothes to wear. There is so much to be thankful for, and I'm praising my God for giving me life to enjoy the things He has given me.
Here are some pictures from Thanksgiving....
