Prayer Requests

One thing that is very important to us as a family is prayer.  We believe in the power of prayer.  Our daughter Hailee asks daily to pray for something.  An ouchie is always lifted up in prayer.  I don't even suggest it anymore, she just commands prayer matter-of-factly now.  "We need to pray for my ouchie." We love that our whole family sees the importance of prayer.  Your prayers, support, and encouragement mean so much to us.  We can't stress enough how much a priority this is.  People tend think that the finances are the most important part when "raising support".   We disagree, because doesn't the word of God tell us that anything is possible with prayer?  Didn't Elijah control the weather in the power of a prayer?  Weren't people healed with just a few words exchanged between them and God?  Hailee has even seen the hand of God move and remembers testimony.  In one instance, she had a stomach flu and she asked us to pray that she wouldn't have any more "throw ups".  We did and sure enough, she didn't throw up again.  Another time Hailee prayed for Robin's mom when she had bronchitis and within several days, mom was on the upswing.  Hailee believes God can do big things because she has seen it firsthand and has faith that God will move again.  If all these things are true then surely God will be feeding and clothing us.  We believe and trust that we will be provided for by those who are led by the Lord to give.  We know not everyone is in a season of being able to freely give financially.  We have also had times of plenty and times of want.  However, we do ask that everyone please be lifting us up in prayer.

With that being said, we have many things that need to be lifted up even before we leave.  Please join us in praying for some specific needs:

1.) Safe travels - We will be driving what Google maps says is 1 day and 20 hours.  We are hoping to make it in 3-4 days so please pray for us and the kids along the way.  Please pray for our cars to hold up well.  Pray for the kids to have comfort and peace while riding in the car. (Trust me- we will NEED your prayers there!)  We need the kids to be as peaceful as possible so we can be calm as well.  

2.) Jobs -  While we aren't sure exactly how much work and who will be working right now.  We are praying for the Holy Spirit to lead us into this truth and be lining up employers hearts.  Pray for the perfect job for us, and that we would get along well with our coworkers and bosses.

3.) Monetary provision - We are praying that we receive tuition payment and either monetary provision or again the ease to get jobs that will easily provide for us.  

4.) Emotions -  Obviously emotions are running high for everyone.  We have lived in the south all our lives.  Both extended families while excited, are still sad.  Please pray for us as we feel distant from our families and homesick.  Please also pray for our families who are staying here.  They will need prayers and support as well.

5.) Place to live-  Please be praying that we find the best place for our family out there!  Pray that it is in a safe area (thankfully we have talked to people and found where those areas are) and it is a great price for us.

As we lift up prayers requests to you, please don't hesitate to let us know if we can be praying for you in some way.  We love all of you and want to join you in prayer for any needs you may have.  This isn't a one sided partnership for us, we are already praying for you all. 

Thanks again for all your prayers.  We feel them already as God has shown us extreme favor.