Today is a sad day that should be a great day. Justin's brother Josh's soon to be ex-wife is in labor as I write with their son. And Josh can't be there. Are there no rights for fathers? It seems that there are some but there is so much red tape that you have to cross first that most fathers would just lose hope and give up. Justin's mom reminded us this morning that God is in control even in the worst circumstances. I definitely believe that, but it seems in my own life there have been so many instances where the "bad guy" wins that it becomes discouraging. So I ask for your prayers. I can't imagine being in this circumstance...on either side. Joel's birth was such a joyous, bonding time for Justin and I. Most importantly, my prayer is that God will take care of this baby, that he will be healthy and that Amy will realize that this baby needs two loving parents despite her feelings.
This is what I read today in 1 Thes. 5:12- 18 that goes along perfectly with the circumstances:
"Final Instructions: Now we ask you, brothers, to respect those who work hard among you, who are over you in the Lord and who admonish you. Hold them in the highest regard in love because of their work. Live in peace with each other. And we urge you, brothers, warn those who are idle, encourage the timid, help the weak, be patient with everyone. Make sure that nobody pays back wrong for wrong, but always try to be kind to each other and to everyone else. Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."
I especially love the part about not paying back wrong for wrong. So I guess the best thing to do today is to just pray and give thanks, no matter what the politics.
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