Where to begin:
It is sunday, april 26. I have not blogged since november. I have been inside an intense season of revelation, blessing, and spiritual maturation. my fingers, my mind….they cannot find the words to express the love i am experiencing for My Father in Heaven right now.
One story at a time, and hopefully anyone out there wondering, prodding, poking, searching, or criticizing will have an opportunity to see God’s masterpiece of grace through the lives of His people here in Seattle.
I have been an employee of Foundation House at Bothell, an upscale independent retirement community for about 9 months now. I have seen 4, count ‘em, 4 Executive Chefs come and go, and have been asked by the Lord to stay, at least one year and see his favor increase, among peers, friends and other men. It has not been easy, knowing my rate of pay has been the same as my subordinates (much like the Corporal in the US Army-more responsibility, same pay as a Specialist rank E4) and being the one called upon to continue driving the meal preparation and service forward in lieu of a permanent Chef…ordering, managing, inventory, training, 6 days a week, all the weight of the FHB meal schedule in my lap. I am not saying God did not provide help, leadership, and encouragement, however; Chris has been a huge blessing to me, and at least for a short 2 months or so, it seemed like I would have a friend/brother to share with in Christ’s blessings and will in that kitchen. He’s gone on now, and I am thankful for his new job-
My point, though, is that GOD IS FAITHFUL. Kari and I lived with Pastor Keith and his family until VERY recently, and in the last month, He has blessed us RICHLY for our patience and humilty. We have our own apartment, well under the average percentage cost for dual income couples in this city, i got a FREE tonsillectomy done at the seattle V.A., and we both have been given raises in the last week! Praise God for his provision!
Please pray for us as we approach the beginning of our very own House Church, as well as for motivation for me to continue sharing what God is doing here through this venu.
Thank you…next story will be about acting! for worship!
jeff