There even were times we looked at each other, wondering if we had made the right decision. But we recalled the words of a friend who encouraged us from the biblical story of Peter. Through this transition time in our lives, God has shown us that we can trust Him even when waves of doubt rise up. As we look back on our journey, we realize every crisis or painful experience we have endured has taught us more about God s deep love for us. And we have been equipped to serve others in need of His tender touch.
Life is full of change, from beginning to end.
While Vince Stanley is completing ministerial studies, Myra serves Family Connection as Resources Manager. The bags were lying open on the bed and items already were being assembled for our anticipated trip to Russia and Scandinavia the following week when the hematology nurse called and said that Bill, my husband, had Multiple Myeloma a type of cancer that affects the white blood cells. Bill had been battling a low-grade anemia all summer, but we never once suspected cancer. The days that followed were a haze phone calls to our daughters, more tests, pamphlets to read on the diagnosis, cancellation of our trip. We relied heavily on God s direction and prayer.