Published at: 02:05 am - Wednesday May 19 2010
I’m now living in a new location. My friend Daniel from church asked me some time ago if I wanted to move out with him. I was already looking for ways to save money and help fight loneliness. There is no doubt that God orchestrated this plan, and I’ve been excited about it from the beginning.
Daniel and I decided to look for a third roommate. We posted an ad on Craigslist, including all the criteria we were looking for in a roommate. Several weeks ago we met Nathan at a coffee shop. He was the first one who responded to our ad. Almost immediately it was obvious to both Daniel and I that Nathan would be our third roommate. God was truly working for our good.
The original plan was to move out in July. Daniel stuck to the plan, but Nathan and I decided to move out a bit early. The three of us went out one Saturday to look at various apartments in our ideal area of town. As if God was out to prove Himself to us or something wild, after looking at about a dozen places we all agreed that the first place we looked at was best.
Last week Nathan and I moved into the new place. Our plans came together very well, and there were no obstacles or disagreements. Last Saturday I invited everyone at Ethnos Church over to our new place to bless it. We ate yummy tacos, watched a movie and spent a great deal of time praying through each room as a group. It was a very moving time for me. I could feel the presence of the Holy Spirit. The prayers offered were very poignant and guided.
In everything related to this move God’s providence, guidance and timing have been leading the way. I’m anxious for Daniel to join us. I’m confident this will be a time of continued growth in my life as well as for my two brothers in Christ.
I intended to take some pictures at the housewarming party, but totally forgot. Lame memory!
I just ate dinner at Chipotle. I chose to sit outside. I immediately recognized the sound of Portuguese in the air. There was a Brazilian lady, an American man and kids. Everyone was speaking a mix of English and Portuguese. It was cool to hear again. I always feel like I’m staring when I see Brazilians because it gives me a feeling of fondness. I like to test my ability to understand Portuguese, which of course has waned a lot over the last few years. Now I’m learning Spanish. Yesterday was my first night. More on that later.