one year

A lot can happen in one year.

Last Easter, I was baptized at McLean Bible Church. It was surreal. I even got it on video. Quite possibly one of my favorite things to watch.

It's amazing how much God has shown me in this past year. I have learned so much yet still have so much to learn. I'm constantly discovering new things - feeling new things. I love how even though I moved to Richmond not knowing anybody, God provided me with awesome friends and a church I can call home.

I would be lying if I said I didn't miss DC. I miss it. Terribly.

I miss Joey. A lot. I will always be amazed at Joey's patience with me and his gentle spirit. I could be all fired up about something, and Joey (somehow rather politely) puts me in my place. He always takes the time to explain things to me when I don't understand. He even laughs at my stupid jokes. I am forever thankful to God that He brought me so close to Joey - someone I was related to, yet didn't really know. And now, we're not only cousins, we're friends.

I miss going to Maggie Moo's with Amanda. I miss Brian cracking jokes at me (and helping me out with questions about my car). I miss having coffee dates and deep conversations with Heather. I miss doing Zumba with Rachel.

But here's the thing - I do like Richmond. If I moved back to DC, I would miss my church here, Redemption Hill. I would miss Laura, Osl, Katie, Alisa, my Aunt Paula and Uncle Dan, and my community group. Heck, I would even miss Bob the cat! God has me here in Richmond right now for some reason - only He knows why (cause clearly I have no idea). Thursdays when my community group meets, and Sundays when I go to church and then meet with Alisa, are hands down my favorite days of the week. I am in love with this Good News! God's love never fails, and I'm so thankful he has provided me with awesome people in Richmond!

This is my prayer in the desert
And all that's within me feels dry
This is my prayer in my hunger and need
My God is the God who provides


And this is my prayer in the fire
In weakness or trial or pain
There is a faith proved
Of more worth than gold
So refine me Lord through the flames


And I will bring praise
I will bring praise
No weapon formed against me shall remain

I will rejoice
I will declare
God is my victory and He is here


And this is my prayer in the battle
When triumph is still on it's way
I am a conqueror and co-heir with Christ
So firm on His promise I'll stand


All of my life
In every season
You are still God
I have a reason to sing
I have a reason to worship


This is my prayer in the harvest
When favor and providence flow
I know I'm filled to be emptied again
The seed I've received I will sow