Oh, what a marvelous week-end I have spent with sisters new and old at Otter Creek! We were inspired once again by the purpose God has for each of us in Psalm 136...that we are fearfully and wonderfully made. Does that not just give you chills to think on the magnitude of that statement?
We are a diverse group to be sure. We ranged in ages from 19 to 87 with a multitude of talents and love for God and one another. Today we were treated to a skit by two of our ladies whom I had not known to be such a riot as they delved into their detective/undercover findings that we are a "cult" with many reasons to back up their suspicions. Some of us were laughing so hard that our sides hurt and tears rolled down our cheeks.
Next we got more serious as a panel of women with different life challenges shared how their prayers had touched God and given them strength as they faced each of their valleys. From rebellious teens to divorce to dealing with disappointments to loosing a child to breast cancer...each shared from their heart. There were not many dry eyes as each of us put our selves in their shoes and saw our own vulnerabilities in some ways similar to them. We were one with them as they opened their wounds afresh and kept testifying to a God who hears our prayers even if we do not know what to pray for...his spirit will groan for us.
That led to a time of self reflexion as well as encouragement and prayers for others. What a way to climax such a time as this.
Last night I was able to join several in a much younger age group as they taught this "old dog" the new trick of Mexican Train Dominoes. I think I will enjoy that game with our family...and as I do, I will think of them and all the things we shared.
I wish you love and sisterhood throughout your life...but most of all...a closer walk and talk with God.
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