Something that is so exciting is the fact that Christmas is so close! =) I am so looking forward to being in the snow, wearing gloves, going to Starbuck's and simply being with my loved ones.
I am approaching my last week with my friends, and will be ending our time in Israel spending time together in Jerusalem and sometime in Tel Aviv-where our journey had begun.
There are so many memories that we will carry inside our hearts forever. Israel has a way of planting itself deep inside your heart, and the good news is that my love for this place can only increase.
Being in the land that my beloved Yeshua walked, breathed and lived life has unlocked something inside of me. A new depth and peace has been awakened inside of me, when I take time and soak in the reality of where I am. I have been filled with hope in the Lord's faithfulness to my life. Seeing first hand, how he loves, and provides for the people here is a restful sign that he is going to do the same for us gentiles. Observing the Jewish people here, my heart can't help but be wrenched for them to know their Messiah and believe.
I have been reminded of his faithfulness because of the way he is faithful to the Jewish people. Seeing how God has been and continues to be merciful toward them, puts my heart and wandering mind to rest. Rest in assurance of his mercy, and how new it truly is every morning, and rest in his ability to shower love on his created beings, to reveal the father and the fullness of life.
As I prepare to transition out of this life altering season, and into going home, until the Lord directs me else where, would you be in prayer with me.
~ For his Jewish beloved people
~ For grace to transition
~ Clear leading of what comes next =)
Thank you all so much for partnering with me in this past season!
May the Lord bless you and keep you.
Merry Christmas!
~Lauren
