In February 2016 we made the decision to move forward with beginning a church called Overflow Tucson. Over the last 5 months we have had people join us in their own individual steps of faith to be a part of the team that is now the beginning of Overflow Tucson. On June 14th we had our first official time together as a church. It is not a coincidence that only two weeks later we are faced with a flood.
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| June 26th, 2016 |
On June 26th, after nearly 2 inches of rain fell in less than 40 minutes, we found ourselves faced with a partially flooded house. We were in the process of cleaning up and only 5 days later, on July 1st, our house flooded again after another storm dropped more than 2 inches of rain in less than an hour. I will never again doubt the power of a flash flood in the desert!
The theme that has come up in more than one conversation this week is the importance of standing firm in the face of opposition. These verses were sent to me from family and friends and spoke such truth into our situation.
"The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock." Matthew 25:7
"Finally be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil's schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." Ephesians 6:10-12
I am reminded that the path of obedience is not an easy road. There will be challenges along the way, but when our faith is challenged we are given the opportunity to truly grow as Christ followers. Being rooted in Christ and believing fully that His plan is better than my own is the only way I can continue on this path.I know I am ready to stand firm and continue the work that God has called me to. Because of Him I am able to stand firm and weather this storm.
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| July 1st, 2016 |
