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| Abigail |
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| Abigail with brother Caleb, Dad Alan and Mom Dawn |
Today was another cause for family celebration. Our niece Abigail graduated cum laude from UCA with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Abigail has always been a ray of sunshine. Her friends shared with us today that she is always smiling and full of joy. They said, “That’s why she is everyone’s friend.”
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| Abigail in Papua New Guinea |
She is a Godly young woman; wise beyond her years in her faith. She plans to attend two years in seminary preparing for a career in missions. Already she has spent much of her time on the mission field including a journey to the other side of the world to Papua New Guinea
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| Lunch with some friends...digging that rocking desert! |
Not only does she have a smile that brightens your spirit, she has faith and conviction to carry His light to a world of darkness. She has attracted and bonded with many young people who share her faith and conviction. We had the opportunity to visit with several of her friends at lunch today. They too are a joy and an encouragement.
We were hesitant about the trip. There were many detours along the way because of flooding and tornado damage. We left early before sunrise to make it on time. All things considered, the trip was not too difficult.
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| No, this is not the lake. It is water along the detour road! |
The sights on the way back were difficult to see. We passed through the town
of Vilonia
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| Damaged home in Vilonia |
Again, we are thankful for our blessings oh Lord.
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| What use to be a home. |
Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all you who hope in the Lord.
Psalm 31:24
9 comments:
Congratulations to Abigail! What an encouraging word to read about her committment to the Lord and His work. I know the trip must have been bittersweet for you; the destruction caused by the storms is heart breaking. I am so thankful that you shared and that you find hope and an opportunity for service and encouragement in all things. I pray you have a most Happy Mother's Day!
Many hugs............
Diane
Thanks for introducing us to sweet Abigail. In a world full of depressing news we simply need some lights to focus on.
Your tornado report was devastating. Imagine loosing ones home "out of the blue"this horrible way.
It should be a reminder to all of us, to keep our treasure where our hearts should be.
And also not to close our eyes to neighbors in need.
May the hand of our Lord
continue to be upon sweet
Abigail as she journeys
on with Him to spread
His gospel.
god bless Abigail. This young lady has the heart of a missionary and is on fire for the KLord.
This is so exciting to read
it would be nice to meet abigail in person...i think she really would be a kindred spirit, full of laughter and fun and full of the lord...who could beat that linda brown shoes?....such a delightful post!...love terry
ps the meaning of "abigail" is "father rejoiced"...and how in the world wouldn't her dad and mom and auntie rejoice at such a treasure!
Another lovely post. Amazing how you can post so much in just a few paragraphs. Abigail is a lovely woman. Thanks for sharing about her. So sad about the tornado damage and the flooding. Praise God indeed for keeping you safe.
Love
Lidj
I have enjoyed your posts, Linda! I'm just now catching up from a bit of a break from blogging...things at home keeping me busy!
Abigail is beautitful...praying that the Lord continues to use her mightily to advance His kingdom!
I also enjoyed the photos in the earlier post of the L'Phant riders! The elephant is my very favorite animal and I have always wanted to ride one! I'm jealous!!
Looking forward to more of your posts as you journey with our Bible.
May Abigail go forth in Christ's kingdom preaching the Good News .. may the Lord protect her as she does His work.
What a lovely girl she is! And why didn't you email me!! I live in GA...we could have had lunch! :)
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