Just thought that Id check-in with everyone.  Im faithful to read the board almost daily, but I just havent had much time to post lately.

I am truly amazed at what God has been doing in our church lately.  Three months ago I was so ready to leave. I do believe dh was right along side me.  The church seemed to be going down fast.  We had one of our church leaders in an emotional, if not physical, affair with a church member.  Dh had to confront the lady who has had feelings for him (for almost 2 years now) about various issues including her feelings for him (& yes I was there.) Our church mother, the 95 year old lady who had been at the church for years, left to go to another church. (Not horrible as she was very opinionated & spoke out when she shouldnt, but still a blow.)  And the couple who have been our rock, our unwavering supporters, felt God calling them to leave the church, for a while at least.  This all happened within a 6 to 8 week period of time.  It was almost too much.

But then we noticed things happening.  Our Sunday night services though very low in number became very powerful.  The people there were actually there to worship God & its amazing what happens when all are in one accord & worshipping.  God has brought in four new families.  Workers. Solid Christians who want to make a difference for Christ.  We have people coming up to us asking what more can I do?  Weve even had a couple of families who left a couple of years ago come back (and without a doubt I know that the former C.A. had spread some of his poison to them.)  And weve noticed a change in some of our other church members.  Theyre coming to more services or telling us what they are doing outside the church to reach the community.  I know in my heart that this is the beginning of something great.  God has done everything His way.

I did have a slight setback this week.  We found out that the former C.A., though hes been gone almost 2 years, is CONTINUING his crusade against dh & the church, continuing to go to anyone he thinks is still at the church & spreading lies about dh.  It upset me so much.  I tried to pray a Godly prayer & not one of revenge.  I dont know why the man wont stop, but he wont.  But God spoke to me from Psalm 23 thou preparest a table before me in the presence of my enemies. God is preparing the feast & Im not talking about an everyday bologna sandwich either!  He has great plans for us in spite of, in front of, all around this former C.A.  Nothing has changed but my attitude, but the Lord has just started with the appetizers!

Well, I need to work now.  But I just couldnt let another day go by without telling you the great things God is doing.

Love yall,

Trace

P.S.  The lady who has had feelings for dh is still around.  Dh & his advisors feel that they have to tread ever so lightly because her husband is one who would sue so easily.  (Plus there is so much more about this family that I'm not sure that I know, except I know there is pure evil around.)  It is definitely past time for her to leave.  I haven't felt as if I could pray for her to leave until now.  So, I would welcome your prayers of agreement in this situation.  Thanks in advance. Trace