August 2010 marks a new beginning for Jon and I in many different ways. A new home across the country, new academic endeavors for Jon, a new job for me, new adventures and a brand new perspective on life. Although moving away from family and friends is heart-wrenching, this re-location for the two of us has allowed us the freedom to discover the incredible ways in which God has shown us His provision in our lives. This new period in our life has its challenges but the new hope and peace that He has provided far outweighs our obstacles.
It is amazing the change of perspective and vision you gain just by being surrounded by the unfamiliar. All your senses are alive. New sounds, new scents and new scenery to gaze at are all dancing in front of you, awakening the sense of adventure inside of you. You have a new energy and an urgency to go and uncover all the treasures that may be hidden in this unknown world. Everyday new places are revealed to you, new people cross your path and new ideas are formed that will either heighten or diminish the perception you have formed of this foreign place. To put it simply, everyday is a new adventure.
Our journey has also been filled with a new sense of purpose for the two of us. This has brought with it a new love for each other and the path that God has placed before us. It is a journey that will be humbling and full of joy as we trust in His sustaining love.
“Even to your old age and gray hairs I am he, I am he who will sustain you. I have made you and I will carry you. I will sustain you and I will rescue you.” – Isaiah 46:4
Yay Em, you’re blogging! I think you wrote so beautifully about all your new experiences. Jared and I miss you guys terribly. You’ve been on my heart the past few days and have been covered in prayer. I love you.
P.S. I loved the change of address post card, cute and simple!