It finally rained! We have had somewhere between 4 and 5 inches of rain in the last 7-9 days. You can not believe the transformation in the appearance of the pastures! What had the appearance of death just two weeks ago now looks alive and full of hope. The brown grass that crunched underfoot is now giving way to sprouts of fresh green vegetation.
I honestly don't know how anyone involved in agriculture could help but believe in God! It is so obvious that we have no control over rain and the new life that it brings. It would seem that farmers and ranchers would be the prayin'est people around. Without God we are hopeless!
We also have reason to praise God for Melanie's good report from the doctor. About three weeks ago she had a biopsy and we had never heard anything from the doctor. This did not surprise us, because his office has been very difficult to communicate with throughout our association with them. However, last week she had a follow up visit and he said the he did not see any signs of cancer cells in the tissue that was taken and that he felt like he had gotten the area in question.
As I have praised God in these good circumstances, the thought occurred to me that we also need to praise Him during the drought and at times when all is not well in our lives. He is worthy of our praise at all times! May you continue to praise Him, regardless of what circumstances you find yourself in today. God bless,
----Greg
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Praise God for the rain and Praise God for the good report on Melanie! The Lord truly is the anchor for our souls in all circumstances. How do people function in this life with any kind of peace without him?
Love and blessings to all the Baileys,
Kelly
Hi Greg -- thanks for stopping by chez moi. I look forward to reading yours. I think the secret (besides just commitment and discipline to do it daily) is not feeling like it has to be a long post -- just a tidbit or a link or a photo. I'm going to try to do it more often, because I think it's a great way to stay in touch.
I would love to hear about your trip in detail. We are leaving, Lord-willing, 9/28 to go to Togo for 2 weeks, so I'm sure we'll hear about your visit from the Crowsons and Baileys. I pray God's blessings on your business, your health (Melanie's and the whole family), and your ministry. Please don't give up on trying to get together with us when y'all come this direction. We want to see you guys!
We are sooooo thankful to our God that all came back well for Melanie's biopsy! i had been wondering! and i remember praying for rain! so praise God on all accounts, and praise Him that we will be sitting with you worshipping Him together soon! God bless.
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