October 9th: Work Day

The best lemonade in Austria

Only a few more days left of work and serving here at Haus Edelweiss before returning home.  My patience continues to struggle with some people and I am working very hard on that and trusting the Lord to continue to give me the strength and patience I need to continue.  Today was pretty relaxing since we only worked on the detail of the balcony and painting the red and green.  I also struggle sometimes with my OCD and how I tend to be somewhat of a micro manager with certain tasks.  I have to learn to just let things go and not worry over the small details sometimes and how others work.  Without people like that this world would be a very boring place and we all bring our own special talents to the world.  The devotion this morning was about how we must be aware of who is leading us, our path that we are taking and to look up every once in awhile to make sure our direction is leading the right way otherwise a slight change can lead us “miles” from our destination.  This is very true with keeping our eyes focused on the Lord and His way that he lays out for us.  The smallest thing can set us back and be diligent on who we are trusting and what is being taught to us by leaders in the church.  The fellowship here continues to be very supportive and encouraging for everyones walk with the Lord.  I am very encouraged by what is going on and the students that attend here, seeing all their faces and what their plans our when they return home.  As the last few days wind down I am looking forward to being back home and “resting” somewhat and seeing everyone.  It has been a long but amazing few weeks here in Austria and love the places and things the Lord provides for us just at the perfect time.  This trip was recharging and a great break from the everyday life back home and something to continue that push for something greater with my life.  I know the Lord has plans and look forward to experiencing them in the future.  Some things I plan on working on when returning home is that most importantly to give all my worries and fears up to the Lord and know that he will provide in times of need and take care of the basic necessities.  I also want to be a light for others and be encouraging and not so negative about others but be there to talk with and help others.  With work at the coffee shop and the ski team I would like to find time to be able to continue pursuing other careers that the Lord places on my heart and attend small groups and church on a regular basis.  I pray that I continue to have the strength and accountability from others to maintain these things.

“Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.  Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.” - Philippians 2:3-4