Hey everyone! It’s Hope, and I’m feeling the need to kick back and chat about some real-life topics that have been swirling in my mind lately. You know, the kind of conversations that happen late at night when you’re trying to fall asleep, but your mind just won’t shut up. So grab a cup of coffee, and let’s get into it!
First off, let’s address the elephant in the room: jet lag! Ron and I just got back from a whirlwind trip, and my brain is still on another planet. I thought I’d catch up on some sleep, but apparently, my favorite snorer, Ron, had other plans. Snoring is a universal issue, right? But let me tell you, Ron’s snoring is something else! I mean, it’s a mix of sounds you wouldn’t expect from such a beautiful man – think dinosaurs in distress! It felt like I was trying to sleep next to a flesh-eating creature from a B-movie. But instead of getting annoyed, I laughed about it. Marriage has a way of turning little annoyances into humorous moments.
Speaking of moments, Ron and I found ourselves diving deep into the subjects of miracles and the divine in our latest podcast. It’s always interesting how our conversations shift from personal quirks, like snoring, to something as profound as God and miracles. It reminds me how intertwined the mundane and the miraculous can be in our lives. There’s power in testimonies, and we’ve had our fair share of miracles that I believe are worth sharing.
One of the most powerful miracles we’ve experienced was when our son, Chase, had a medical emergency as an infant. I still remember the fear gripping my heart as he started vomiting and became lethargic. The hospital staff suggested surgery due to a twisted intestine, and we felt helpless. In that moment of desperation, I turned to prayer. It wasn’t out of tradition or routine; it was out of sheer need. I prayed fervently, and when the doctors returned to check on him, they found that the issue had resolved itself. No surgery was needed. The doctor stood there bewildered, and I knew it wasn’t just luck. It was a divine intervention!
Then there was the miraculous way we got funding for starting our church with literally no money. I mean, we were so broke that the concept of a “budget” felt like a cruel joke. But we prayed, and out of the blue, we received an envelope in the mail stuffed with cash from a stranger. To this day, we don’t know who they were, but what we do know is that we asked God for help, and He delivered in a way that could only be described as miraculous.
These testimonies not only affirm our faith but also serve as reminders of God’s constant presence in our lives. Miracles aren’t just flashy displays of divine power; they can be the small nudges and unexpected surprises that help chart the course of our lives. They remind us to keep our eyes peeled for the extraordinary hiding in the ordinary.
In a world where people are often quick to dismiss miracles, it’s essential to stay firm in our belief that God is still in the business of doing the impossible. The stories we share and the faith we maintain can inspire those around us to believe and hope for miracles in their own lives.
So, whether you’re experiencing turbulence in your marriage, battling personal demons, or just feeling lost, I encourage you to keep believing. Miracles are often right around the corner, just waiting for a little faith to breathe life into them.
Thanks for hanging out with me today!