tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.comments2019-11-19T10:49:13.662-08:00A Called LifeMindyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15382696392076910611noreply@blogger.comBlogger234125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-49297224209957390012014-10-01T22:07:05.923-07:002014-10-01T22:07:05.923-07:00Praying for you for peace, wisdom and discernment ...Praying for you for peace, wisdom and discernment as you serve these boys. Love you Min. Emily Reynoldshttp://www.thesimplesoap.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-81206224017464984072014-10-01T21:36:09.386-07:002014-10-01T21:36:09.386-07:00Mindy, I just read your blog. Appreciate your hone...Mindy, I just read your blog. Appreciate your honesty and vulner-ability. Never easy, but the more difficult thing is to wrestle with the questions & emotions of your situation.<br /><br />Those boys are at a very delicate place, and one (not even a highly trained professional) cannot really predict what can be a trigger point. At this stage of your ministry particularly, you're wise to exercise more caution than less -- for your sake and theirs.<br /><br />There are many ways to demonstrate unconditional love to these guys in practical, helpful, and encouraging ways incrementally. Without knowing many of the specifics or the relational dynamics of Oasis, I'm not in a position to be giving a lot of advice, but if you're a "hugger" you might find it best to restrain them until it's evident that the boys are aware that your interest in them is clearly of a "motherly" nature, and is spiritually motivated and based (and doesn't come overnight). Obviously, an open and accessible setting is paramount when you are in a counseling mode. You never want to become inadvertently isolated. Don't hesitate to seek the council of spiritually mature men and women (pastors, & pastors' wives especially) on these issues to get a good gender AND cultural perspective.<br /><br />I'm sure you have sensed the Lord's presence, guidance, and wisdom. He will certainly not fail you as you move forward in your ministry there. You are there "for such a time as this," and lasting fruit will come more and more. <br /><br />There is no such thing as a life and ministry without valleys, but there is also no such thing as a life/ministry valley without His personal, provisional, and powerfully sustaining Presence: "You are with me" is a statement of unflinching confidence in our great God. Whatever the valley, however deep, wherever it may lead, or however long it seems, you will NEVER be alone. He walks beside you, before you, and behind you, to say nothing of the fact that He, by His Spirit, is forever within you. Regardless of feeings, you have given your life and responded to a call that is a guaranteed "win win" proposition.<br /><br />Always remember that the One who has redeemed you, called you, equipped you, and sent you, is the One who is with you -- never to leave or forsake you. May this One, the One whom men did not crown, the One whom men cannot dethrone, be the Foundation upon which you build your entire life and service. May the air you breathe be the atmosphere of His very presence; and may His presence be the lens through which you see and understand your complete sense of being -- your worth, identity, and purpose.<br /><br />Your smiling face and cheerful spirit are missed at MVCC, but they are needed there. I look forward to following your posts and blogs, praying as I do. Sandy sends her greetings.<br /><br />Warmly,<br />Matt KnightonAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04107279140553394706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-33228254281936688752014-10-01T20:15:41.002-07:002014-10-01T20:15:41.002-07:00It's within your inadequacies that God is usin...It's within your inadequacies that God is using you Mindy. Although Jesus never sinned He loved the sinners. Although you never have led an unhealthy family life....you can love those who have. We all need to see that things can be different....and that is what Jesus did for us....and what you are doing for these boys. Allow the Lord to continue to break your heart so that it draws you closer to Him and allows Him the opportunity to reveal true, healthy and hope-filled love to these boys through YOU. Ministry is not for wimps but it is for those who put their trust in the Lord ... regardless. Love you! DebAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-6904401742775687322014-03-01T20:43:50.875-08:002014-03-01T20:43:50.875-08:00Oh so true, Mindy!! Thanks for sharing so honestl...Oh so true, Mindy!! Thanks for sharing so honestly. :-)Diannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02949271076366061231noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-32161681554153024432013-07-01T06:22:42.418-07:002013-07-01T06:22:42.418-07:00Mindy, it is ok to post your difficulties, because...Mindy, it is ok to post your difficulties, because that way we can share your burden and pray for you. That is part of the journey. We understand a bit about that loneliness of being in a culture where you don't yet speak the language fluently. It can be incredibly lonely but also can draw you so close to the Savior. Lord I pray you will send Mindy a special Mexican friend who will be by her side and persevere through the language barrier. Bless her with joy overflowing and peace. Janiece Cosshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07084225874592978175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-37271112053216387152013-06-13T23:04:12.562-07:002013-06-13T23:04:12.562-07:00Hello. And Bye.Hello. And Bye.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-66545298353981406562013-04-14T13:00:22.555-07:002013-04-14T13:00:22.555-07:00That is a beautiful reminder! Love it! That is a beautiful reminder! Love it! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05742135005746586121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-6755607796593464222013-03-13T17:30:54.841-07:002013-03-13T17:30:54.841-07:00Thanks...hopefully that's a good honesty and n...Thanks...hopefully that's a good honesty and not just word vomit. :) It is hard to be content sometimes...regarding singleness, possessions, whatever. We need to let our restlessness to God.Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382696392076910611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-11459058772868231172013-03-12T13:23:13.591-07:002013-03-12T13:23:13.591-07:00I love your blunt honesty. It's hard to be con...I love your blunt honesty. It's hard to be content sometimes! What an encouragement to know how that helps others.Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15200088593233052818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-59438839446990808632012-11-16T21:25:37.629-08:002012-11-16T21:25:37.629-08:00PRICELESS! I know the Lord used this time to bles...PRICELESS! I know the Lord used this time to bless both of you.<br />Thank you also for sharing this young man's amazing story...May God continue to guide his footsteps and mind!<br />Love, DebbiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-35603493100279162282012-10-23T10:17:44.541-07:002012-10-23T10:17:44.541-07:00Thanks Jenny...I'll look into it. My teacher h...Thanks Jenny...I'll look into it. My teacher has been great...I think I just need to be patient at not becoming a spanish speaker overnight. :)Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382696392076910611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-32903237568155192962012-10-20T23:58:29.504-07:002012-10-20T23:58:29.504-07:00I have found the Fluenz language series on the com...I have found the Fluenz language series on the computer to be an excellent way to supplement your classroom studies. They aren't that expensive (I think three people can share) and it takes you immediately into words you need to know and simple questions and answers. Check it out. We also have Rosetta Stone but find that it wants you to figure out more implied grammar on your own whereas Fluenz lays it all out for you.Janiece Cosshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07084225874592978175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-4032779664875086422012-09-21T21:33:45.398-07:002012-09-21T21:33:45.398-07:00Sounds like the loaf and fish story to me! Way to...Sounds like the loaf and fish story to me! Way to trust in the Lord....He is faithful to those who seek Him first! (Who needs measuring utensils...way to over rated! xxoo LOL Your DebbiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-64673158064452909592012-07-09T22:28:26.352-07:002012-07-09T22:28:26.352-07:00Mindy I love your heart and "nothing" in...Mindy I love your heart and "nothing" in this post is a surprise to me! I can tell you are "home"....watching God's good and perfect will being accomplished! xxoo DebbiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-64397848230843867232012-06-26T03:22:16.858-07:002012-06-26T03:22:16.858-07:00This is a wonderful introduction and tells us the ...This is a wonderful introduction and tells us the most important things about you -- what is in your hear! Bravo!Janiece Cosshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07084225874592978175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-57297001080058718612012-06-25T18:50:36.732-07:002012-06-25T18:50:36.732-07:00Min,
So glad to hear you arrived safetly with ju...Min, <br /><br />So glad to hear you arrived safetly with just a few "bumps." Looking forward to hearing updates on what God is doing in your ministry.<br /><br />Love you,<br /><br />EmEmily Reynoldshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15126365341852528437noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-61709886935085517972012-03-02T13:15:09.008-08:002012-03-02T13:15:09.008-08:00Thanks Kaye! Art at its finest!
The turning lanes ...Thanks Kaye! Art at its finest!<br />The turning lanes DID have arrows...clearly that didn't help! :)Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382696392076910611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-50724935274916393092012-03-01T10:25:02.519-08:002012-03-01T10:25:02.519-08:00I like your pictorial illustration!
It's not e...I like your pictorial illustration!<br />It's not entirely your fault... those turning lights are confusing! You need arrows like we have :)Kayehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00660691483348271512noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-24034432571878959122012-02-14T08:37:54.462-08:002012-02-14T08:37:54.462-08:00@David, thanks...God bless you as well.@David, thanks...God bless you as well.Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382696392076910611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-13395075562680106272012-02-12T22:38:50.524-08:002012-02-12T22:38:50.524-08:00Awesome blog. God Bless.Awesome blog. God Bless.Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07711209349235435622noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-87125863496603201432012-01-16T08:05:18.231-08:002012-01-16T08:05:18.231-08:00@nomad, Thank you! I was feeling better again even...@nomad, Thank you! I was feeling better again even later that night. :) There is much to be thankful for and friendship definitely falls in that category!Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382696392076910611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-53588903227154447922012-01-14T15:07:22.847-08:002012-01-14T15:07:22.847-08:00I can definitely relate. Especially as I struggled...I can definitely relate. Especially as I struggled my way through the Holidays or "Horrordays" as a friend put it. I found myself struggling with the idea that I am completely alone in the world, and that life I live now is nothing like the way it used to be. Then I remembered that I actually do have some really good friends in my life, and in the end they make it all worth it. I hope you are feeling better, my dear. Great blog.nomadwayoflifehttp://www.nomadwayoflife.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-7346819228039949912012-01-13T11:34:44.945-08:002012-01-13T11:34:44.945-08:00Uh oh... ;-)Uh oh... ;-)Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15200088593233052818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-87574849835653484022012-01-13T10:55:03.250-08:002012-01-13T10:55:03.250-08:00Thanks Mindy! :)Thanks Mindy! :)Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15382696392076910611noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4520302674284549467.post-50855563247862021512012-01-13T09:39:22.298-08:002012-01-13T09:39:22.298-08:00I understand. It's a daily and sometimes momen...I understand. It's a daily and sometimes moment-by-moment struggle to be content with where we are. Praying for you.Mindyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15200088593233052818noreply@blogger.com