Wow, this week was crazy. It seems like I say that every week, but this week topped it off. It was our biggest week so far in the summer with a total of 140 (ish) campers, so there were a lot of mouths to feed including the staff and volunteers. The food part of the week went well, it was the whole leadership part that went nuts. I can't get into all the details, but basically God used this week to stretch me farther than ever before. It was uncomfortable. It was painful. It stunk big time! But you know what...I'm glad it happened. I'm glad I had to do things that were miles outside of my comfort zone, and I know God used it to help me grow in huge ways. I read in my devotions today about the testimony of General "Stonewall" Jackson, and his quote caught my eye: "I feel as safe in battle as I am in my bed, because God has an appointed time for me to die." How awesome! Why should I be afraid of anything life throws my way? God has a plan for all of it and He will keep me safe. He will use all the hardships and tribulations I endure for my good and for His glory.
Also in my devotions I read the account of creation...slowly, thoughtfully, allowing it to soak in. As I finished this amazing story, sitting on the back deck of the lodge looking at the beautiful colored sky God made...I couldn't help but wish I had been there to see it happen. What an amazing sight that would have been, to see the creation of this beauty we call nature. I wonder if we get to see a "video" of it when we get to heaven. That would be sweet. Who could ever doubt the existence of a God after taking a glance at the beauty around us?
Well, we're off to week number six of camp. Please continue praying about financial needs for school and my car, as those are the most pressing needs I see at the moment. Pray for us as a camp staff this week since the numbers are way down once again, that we would keep up the enthusiasm for the few campers we have this week.
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