New House
Here is a picture (Yes! I was the photographer.) of our new digs in Haslett, Michigan. God is really gracious toward his children.
Yesterday morning, around 10:20, Tonia and I began signing a 2 inch stack of papers to close on our new house in Haslett, Michigan. By 11:30, we had carpal tunnel (At least it felt like it), a bunch of brand new keys, a few gifts from the realtor, a lot of handshakes and congratulations, utilities transferred over to my name, and a stack of signed papers reminding us of our long term relationship with the bank (we will certainly try to shorten that relationship through some wise stewardship practices). We are humbled that God would provide for us the way he has. We thank him for his gracious provision to us and all those who journeyed with us in prayer and encouragement through this long and sometimes frustrating process.
PRAISALLEUIA! The commute is almost over! (I had to throw that in there).
The big move date is scheduled for Monday June 28th. Why on a Monday? Tonia looked at our schedule – kids at Spring Hill Camp, Tonia starting class, me doing everything under the sun – and determined that was one of the only free days for us to get it done. Plus, we want to get our tenant into the house as quickly as possible. Tonia has been right so many times in the past. So, I trust her judgment. I will forward more details of the move in the next few days.
Rejoice with us as God has proven once again that he is faithful. Again, thanks for your prayers, encouragement and support.
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June 5th, 2010 at 11:26 am
Congrats to you and the family. That does not look like a house. I would call it the Williams estate or compound
Looks like a riding lawn mower is in your future for all that real estate. Again, congratulations and make that house a home!
June 5th, 2010 at 5:21 pm
Praise God! Congratulations! I came on here to see if you had posted anything about it since I am fasting from fb this weekend (it has been quite the challenge; pray fuh me!) and I see a beautiful house! We pray that you, Tonia and the kids have many great memories in this house and pray for God's covering and annointing over it. God bless.
June 6th, 2010 at 12:03 pm
What a Mighty God we serve, He does great things. I am so happy you will be no longer have to drive back and forth each week.
June 6th, 2010 at 5:18 pm
Praise the Lord indeed! If you need any strongmen to help you move, I'll be sure to send Preston and Nathan!
June 7th, 2010 at 12:07 am
AMEN…CONGRATS!!! YOUR TESTIMONY IS ENCOURAGING.
June 7th, 2010 at 10:22 am
Thanks, Mo! I appreciate your encouragement.
June 7th, 2010 at 10:24 am
Daisy, I am too happy to almost be done with the commuting. It's not a bad drive once or even twice a week. It's the everyday drive back and forth that was getting tiring. Thanks for praying for us. Looking forward to you being here next month.
June 7th, 2010 at 10:25 am
Ayla and Roman, thanks so much for your encouraging words and your prayers. Can't wait to have you all over. I am asking God for the same. Turn those minutes into moments today.
June 7th, 2010 at 11:43 pm
Waaahh!!! Waaahhh!!! WHY???? Why would you lead us up here and leave us??? So sad… sniff.
June 11th, 2010 at 4:35 am
Thanks for your words on encouragement and your well wishes. Bless you!