A Note From Ashley
“And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose.”—Romans 8:28
The mixture of excitement and nervous butterflies are very real for me. The prayers of so many that the borders would open and that we would finally get to Madagascar seem like they're being answered. Our daughters are excited too. When we told them the news that we can go to Madagascar, there was an outcry of joyful screams and jumping around. Their young lives have been very much a part of this journey to Madagascar. From their earliest memories, they have been anticipating a move, a ministry, and a life in Madagascar. This past year has tested us in many ways, and we’ve had to learn to be patient, to keep trusting God, to move around and live as sojourners as we waited and prayed. While this is not what I would have chosen, I know that this is what our all-wise, loving, Heavenly Father ordained for us. It has been for our good and His glory!
We are so thankful for the time with our families and church here, making memories and building relationships with time that we didn’t think we would have. I have also especially enjoyed the time growing with the ladies at our church. I’m so thankful for the opportunities to counsel and teach God’s Word to these sisters in Christ and learn from them. I’m also glad we could be here when David’s grandparents both passed away recently (a month apart from each other).
I want to thank you for standing with us. Thank you for the prayers, encouragement and support you’ve shown through this unexpected year as we’ve anticipated what the Lord would do.
“We should ask God to increase our hope when it is small, awaken it when it is dormant, confirm it when it is wavering, strengthen it when it is weak, and raise it up when it is overthrown.”—John Calvin
Love in Christ,
Ashley
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