Faith like a very clever child

Last night, my cousin Raegan comes into the living room and announces "I have a collection in my room of things about something that's sitting right next to you."  Since I am on the couch, I venture "pillows?" which is quickly shot down.  

"No!!  Right next to you."  

"Ok... hm... couches?"  I offer with a grin. 

"No!  Don't you even know God?!  He's right there next to you on the couch."

Taken by surprise, I can only muster "Sure, yes, of course he is."  Then she proceeds to interrogate me on whether I "believe God".  How clever is she?  Oh I loved it!  And I loved that she said "do you believe God?" when she actually meant "do you believe in God".

But what a great question, Christian, to ask yourself.  Sure, you believe in God.  But do you believe God?  

I have been wondering that of myself today.  Do I take God at his word?  Do I trust that he knows the number of hairs on my head and that I am of worth to him (Matthew 10:29-31)?  that I can release my worries and stress into his capable hands (Philippians 4:6-7)?

God has more for us than the "transaction" of salvation.  He wants us to know him intimately because in so doing, we will find rest, fullness, joy, and the greatest love we can ever know!

Bienvenidos a Miami

I have now worked two days at my uncle Ray's law firm. Yesterday afternoon (Monday), I must admit, I was almost in tears. Everything seemed so confusing, I hit a wall every time I tried to work on an assignment... My dad texted me and said "HE doesn't give us more than we can handle." While that biblical reference actually refers to temptation, maybe God promised to save me from the temptation to run out of the office into the Miami streets while pulling my hair out!

Today though, I am quite happy to report, was a much better day at work! I feel more comfortable with the jobs I am asked to do as time goes on. More than anything, I want to be helpful to uncle Ray and not a burden.

And I love living at my aunt and uncle's house! My cousins are so sweet and we have a lot of fun. Rebecca is 13, so she is with her friends a lot and I don't see too much of her. Ray Joseph is 11 and he is quiet, loves sports, and is a sweetheart. Raegan is in first grade and is a ball of energy! She always has something funny to say and never misses an opportunity to be in the spotlight. She is graciously sharing her room with me this summer.

Last night there was a bad thunderstorm here in Miami. Ray Joseph, Raegan and I played the game "Sorry!" and comforted the frightened dogs- Jasmine the golden retriever and Coco and Lola the chihuahuas. We laughed and had a great time! Rebecca was over at a friend's house and had a tough time getting home because of the rain. The land is so flat here that the streets hold all the rain water, like a mini flood.

If you are interested, you can see this clip of my uncle arguing with Terry Bollea (better known as Hulk Hogan). http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMVpm1cpZsA His firm is a family law firm, so he handles divorce cases, etc.

Ready to Go!

Very suddenly this semester, God placed a desire in my heart to go to law school. Just as soon as I grasped that idea, he put a wonderful opportunity in my path- to work for my uncle Ray's law firm in Miami this summer! I will get to see what it's like to work in a firm and will live with my aunt and uncle's family. I am SO excited about the next 10+ weeks... what a fun learning experience this will be.

Well, I don't know exactly what I will post on this blog! Maybe I'll have some funny work stories or stories about living in Miami. Hopefully the Lord has a lot to teach me this summer, and I'll share some of that.

Collige virgo rosas- "Gather, girl, the roses."