Tornado- close call

We had a very close call with a tornado this week.

Came right through our neighborhood

Caused some pretty significant damage to our home/ property.(siding, roof, trees, AC unit, patio furniture, fencing, etc.)

Less than .25 miles the tornado ripped through a warehouse.

I truly believe the Lord has protected and blessed my family

-Yesterday much of community was out supporting each other. Neighbors helping cut up trees and put things back together.

People are incredible, loving and generous. In moments of adversity and disaster I got to witness the best in humanity.

The past 4 months have been adversity after adversity for my family and I.

On the surface level theres a lot to “complain” about. However, we keep coming back to the realization that each situation we have been in could have been worse. We can’t help but see all of the blessings, perspectives and learning that is coming through it.

Yes, I would prefer less friction in my life. I love those season when everything is just clicking. But that is not the season I am in.

I must say… if this was to happen to me 10 years ago I don’t know how I would have been able to navigate it. Now, I feel more prepared than ever. Continuing my walk with Jesus and always doing the hard things to prepare for these seasons of life. Mentally, spiritually relationally, physically. On this side of things I’m navigating with trust in the Lord and peace in my heart.

My wife said “you continue to stay strong, steady and even for us. You are handling everything with a smile on your face. It’s an honor to be your wife”

I tell ya what… no praise feels better than the praise that comes from the person who knows you best.

This peace that I have and the steadiness that I’ve found is rooted in the one who saves- the prince of peace. My Lord, Jesus.

DO HARD THINGS

Train for the hard times. They will come. Will you be ready?