The Struggle of Canadians [Rob]

Hey everyone,

I thought that it was about time I would give just a little note to you. This time, seeing as I'm in Canada and not having too many extravagant stories these days, I would like to share with you something that God has been speaking to me about.

The other morning Cy awoke and told me that God had spoken to her during the night. He said that we were falling for the deception and that we needed to be more careful about our quiet times with God everyday. Well, that put my antennas up and I went straight to be alone to pray. While praying I felt to read the parable of the sower. It's found in Matthew chapter 13. In the first 23 verses, there are two that really stuck out to me: 7 & 22. It talks about how the seed (the word of God) fell among thorns and what those thorns stand for. There are two types of thorns:
1. the worries of this life
2. the deceitfulness of wealth
Needless to say, God was very specific in telling us about what the deception is.

As I look back on my christian life, I can see that many times I did not have a specific calling to leave Canada. Rather, I knew that I was being choked out of my faith here due to those two reasons and I wanted to find myself getting closer to God, not farther away. Well, this is something that I have noticed a lot in Canada. There are great sermons and we're all pumped about them, but as soon as we leave the church the worries of this life or the deceitfulness of wealth attack us and we feel like seeking God is the last priority on our list. I am sharing this with you today because I know that there are many out there like me who want more of God, but feel like their growth is being choked out by the thorns. I prayed that God would help me to have the strength to take that time out of my day and I have put my faith into action (I have to wake up earlier even when I'm really tired) and I have seen the results. It's not like you go from a battle into paradise, but I can say that I am starting to make more ground again. I just wanted to encourage you in this way today. Don't feel alone in your struggle and don't feel like it's impossible. Because with God all things ARE possible. He wants you to seek Him, He told me so.

Continuing the journey [Cy]

Now we’re in Canada enjoying the family, friends, church, work and of course, the cold!!!

The last two weeks have been stupendous. God has really blessed us. Everything has been surprise after surprise. When we think that it’s enough, that God couldn’t bless us more, something greater comes. It’s been a time of seeing the faithfulness of God and how good He is.

Rob has found a job and he’s doing great. He works from 7 am – 3 pm. I’m learning English.
We are planning to leave Canada near the beginning of April, going to Thailand (YAHOO!!)

Thank you to all for your prayers. We know that you prayers for us have helped us get across the challenge of the wedding. May God bless you!!!

PICTURES!!!! [Rob]

Hey everyone,
Cy and I arrived safely in my home town of Abbotsford, BC in Canada. We spent three days (basically non-stop) in a bus from Toronto. It was a test of patience, but we arrived without too many problems. We are home now, resting more than anything else and simply enjoying the cold weather. With the little extra free time that we have had I have put some pictures on the webpage. I hope that you find what you are looking for. Just click on the "Pictures" button on the right hand side of the screen. It should take you directly to a simple page where everything is to be seen. Thanks for your prayers and support. We will continue to let you in on our advances as we prepare the way to Thailand (we're aiming at April). Have a great day and may God bless your relationship with Him.