We were quite happy with two puppies. They were happy with the arrangements as well. Benny had 100% of Dad’s attention. Rocco was comfortable with his routine.
Then came Gabriel.
Why do we need another puppy?
Benny would say, “Because I want a buddy to play
with!”
Rocco would say, “We don’t Need another puppy!”
Dad said, “He is cute, but how are we going to handle three…?”
I wondered if we would be able to do it all. However we knew Benny needed a playmate since Rocco was getting older and didn't want to play as much as before. Benny wanted all of our attention since Rocco refused to give him any of his. We discerned that having a new buddy for Benny would brighten his spirits and possibly bring Rocco out of his 'old man' syndrome at the same time.
That was the plan.
Then Carl named him Gabriel which means - God
is my Strength.
Once he was named, I knew.
This was more than a puppy that was joining our little
family. This was a blessing over
our home. There have been a lot of
things going on lately. Health
issues. Business issues. Ministry issues. So many issues that my issues have issues.
Can you relate?
So, in the midst of it all, I have had a few moments. Well, maybe more than a few. It has been tiring to say the least. Especially with my health. I am used to ‘pushing through’ things and
just getting the job done. The last
couple of years have not been very cooperative with my internal schedule. I had
plans. My body had other plans. I wanted to put everything in a neat little
box and make it all work and when it didn’t… I had a moment.
I am not a complainer.
I would rather talk about anything else other than myself. It is easier to deflect to other’s prayer
needs. That gives me something else to
focus on. When I am praying for someone
else, I don’t think about my problems.
It also gives me perspective. There
are so many others that have it harder than I do. So, I don’t complain. Until now…
I spend a lot of time in my bible and in prayer. I just needed a new sign. I needed hope.
I needed HIM this time.
I needed His reassurance this time.
I needed His strength this time.
He knew.
So, we are the proud new parents of Gabriel – who will be my
daily reminder that GOD IS MY STRENGTH.
Every day I see Gabriel, I will be reminded of God’s promise
to us. I will not forget. I will not give up hope.
Don’t give up hope. Look
for the signs in the smallest things every day. Our Heavenly Father is ready to share them with
you.
Thank you for your prayers too my friend...
Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all
circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by
prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
Philippians 4:6
And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches
of his glory in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:19
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