Hope deferred

Proverbs 13:12

"Hope deferred makes the heart sick,

but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life."

Dear friends,

Hope was deferred yesterday when I received an email stating that The Madison House had reversed their decision to take Mike. They have now determined that they cannot handle all of his needs and refuse to consider even a trial period. I am heartsick.

As I told the Bible Study group last night, if this is an attack from Satan, he can forget it. Jesus has already won the victory and I will not give up believing that God is in control, can be trusted and has a plan for Mike. I will continue to praise God and look to Him for answers. I will continue to believe that at some point our longing will be fulfilled. God knows what we are longing for and He loves Mike and wants the best for him even more than we do. Only God knows what any of that looks like, and I will trust Him.

I have determined that I need to pray and fast asking God for wisdom and discernment regarding the best place for Mike. I am planning to fast Thursday and Friday and ask that any of you who feel led to please join me in whatever capacity God leads you.

Also, please encourage Mike. If you live in the area go visit, or call me and we'll go together. Yes, it's sad and uncomfortable, but I believe an hour makes a huge difference to him. You can also write to him at: 

Central State Hospital

Bldg. 94, Ward 4

P.O. Box 4030

Petersburg, VA 23803

Thank you.

Jennifer