Desert places painted by my grandmother |
It has been a long time since I posted anything here. It’s been an equally long time since I’ve felt like putting words to my thoughts. Perhaps someday I’ll delve into the full story of what it’s like to walk the wilderness road of burnout: to feel completely shattered and empty, to spend a year and a half resting, healing, and allowing God to restore the broken pieces and imbue new life where there was none. Something tells me that many of you know what I’m talking about or have experiences that echo the tales I might tell. Suffice it to say, it has been a long journey to recovery.
Beauty from ashes |
"Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy." (Psalm 126:5)
Truly, God has turned mourning into dancing. In the places where tears have fallen, new life has sprung forth. A new day is dawning:
"Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland." (Isaiah 43:18-19)
As I prepare for the long journey back to Papua New Guinea—physically, mentally, and emotionally— I am filled with a new hope for what tomorrow will bring. Because God is faithful.
Please join me in praying for smooth travels Jan 8-11, and a smooth transition back into work and ministry. I know the Lord goes before me and behind me and surrounds me with his promises like this cloud-bow around the shadow of our airplane.
Grace and Peace to you all.
Andy and I will be praying for you, Sheryl! We trust that our Healer and Restorer will continue to work in your life as you serve him! Blessings and love!
ReplyDeletePRAYER, OF COURSE!!!! LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU LATER THIS YEAR WHEN I GET THERE.
ReplyDeletePrayers for you. May you feel His presence and comfort along the way and as you find the new balance needed from Him
ReplyDeleteMany blessings to you on your return, Sheryl!
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