Autumn.....and other happenings

I write this morning from cloudy and rainy North Texas.  The heat is subsiding and we are finding ourselves enjoying the somewhat cooler temperatures.  I must admit that I am missing the vibrant fall colors that God paints over the Northern Midwest....those reds and golds that delight the soul.  But in the back of one's mind.....winter lurks.  Those of us raised there have learned to appreciate, maybe more than most, the season of Autum....winter's opening act.  And so, here in Texas, I appreciate my hot cup of coffee, a quiet morning, and the peace of knowing that, no matter where I am, God is always doing His thing.

As for a little Hanstad family news....

~We are excited to have become official members of Crosspoint Church.  They have welcomed us with great warmth and hospitality and we are happy to have a church home here in Texas. We are all getting involved in various activities and studies and trust that we will grow and serve well alongside our new church family. 

~The kids continue on in their schooling with ups and downs.   We seek God's help in determining what is best for each one of them.  Sports and various activities keep us busy and running but it is always a joy to watch them and cheer them on.  They have found good friends among their various teams.

~Brad continues to move forward with business prospects and we are grateful for the opportunities that God has put in our path.

~We look ahead with great anticipation to returning to Brazil in November, if all things come together as we hope.

As we face various trials and difficulties along the path of this journey, even though at times it is painful and causes us heartache, we are finding that God is graciously using those things to help us have great clarity in knowing what we are supposed to do.  When we are wise, the heartache itself can actually guide us to the place that God ultimately wants us to be.

As always, thank you for your unending prayers and encouragement.  We continue on with great trust that God's plan is for our good, but even more, for his glory.

I Peter 5:10 "And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ Jesus, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast."

Getting wiser,

Robbyn for the Hanstads