Comments on: Peace with a Massive Wingspan

By: Lyla Lindquist

Lyla Lindquist — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:29:01 +0000

Laura, the small voice, that’s the one that’s hardest for us to hear . And Deb, make me an extra copy of that index card. As much as I say it, I seem to keep forgetting.

By: Deb

Deb — Sat, 24 Oct 2009 21:23:10 +0000

“Love Him more.

Trust Him more.

Obey Him more.

Those three things will always trump severance, retirement and a paycheck.”

I just copied these words onto an index card.

I think that they’re meant for me.

Praying for you, Lyla.

Sweet dreams.

By: laura

laura — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:55:29 +0000

You are a very brave lady, one of exceptional faith. It’s not always easy to hear that still small voice telling us “no”. You will be in my prayers in the coming days.

By: Lyla Lindquist

Lyla Lindquist — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:05:49 +0000

Thanks Julie! I appreciate the prayers. Patience…

By: Lyla Lindquist

Lyla Lindquist — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 15:05:32 +0000

Dad, for whatever reason, I hear Grandma’s voice when we sing either of two hymns in church: This is My Father’s World and this that you quote here, Under His Wings. Must have stood next to her in church when they were being sung once upon a time.

By: Julie

Julie — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:38:02 +0000

Lyla,

You made my heart soar when I read this. To see God at work in you is a wonderful thing.

I know God has some wonderful things in store for you….just be patient..

Praying like crazy for you!

By: Lyla Lindquist

Lyla Lindquist — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 12:08:30 +0000

Thanks all, the work He does in us during the waiting and watching is priceless — and you just can’t get it any other way!

By: Dad

Dad — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 04:08:03 +0000

Uncharacteristically I am at a loss for words. I have nothing profound (from my perspective) nor do I have a smart aleck wise crack.

You had sort of forewarned us of your decision. I have every confidence that you have made the right decision. I also have every confidence that God will put the right opportunity in front of you, on his timetable.

Although I have all this confidence, I will still pray about it, specifically praying that you will recognize what God is putting before you.

The hymn writer William Cushing wrote:

Under His wings, I am safely abiding,
Though the night deepens and the tempests are wild;
Still, I can trust Him,
I know he will keep m,
He has redeemed me and I am his child.

We await with anticipation the news.

Dad

By: Jennifer@ More Than Just Adam's Rib

Jennifer@ More Than Just Adam's Rib — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 04:06:17 +0000

Oh Lyla. My heart is with you tonight. Our miracle-working God who formed creation and keeps it in motion each moment—this same God is speaking comfort to your heart. Goodness knows I’ve been here before. I’ve had a few family members’ eyebrows touch their receding hairlines when I told them my then law-student husband had turned down his one and only job offer. He went in for one day of work, came home, and said it wasn’t right. With just my teacher’s salary, we really needed the money. But I didn’t even take a breath before telling him to not return. God would provide. And He did in His time. The waiting and not knowing is always the hardest. Keep flying high on the wings of Scripture. His Word will carry you through the toughest of storms.

By: Jennifer @ GDWJ

Jennifer @ GDWJ — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 03:22:26 +0000

Oh … wow.

I think you’ve just answered the question in the email I sent you a few minutes ago. You’re soaring on wings of eagles — wide wingspans of peace. Strength will rise as you wait upon the Lord.

You inspire me.