Pilgrim Soldier

Today marks the 5th anniversary of Zoe & my arrival in Latvia. It seems incredible that we’ve been here that length of time, and that in fact we’ve spent more time together as a couple here than we did in England.

So what’s changed? Well the most obvious thing is the arrival almost 3 years ago of Sian, our beautiful, wonderful, sometimes frustrating and strong-willed daughter.

Added to that is Patvērums which may or may not have existed if we hadn’t have followed God’s call to this land. Through the often frustrating times of running this centre, I think its safe to say that we’ve both grown much more aware of God’s provision in all things. Often when we have not known how a situation will get solved, God has been there showing that He is aware of everything and has a solution if only we trust in Him.

Over the last 5 years we’ve made so many friends, which I truly believe have been given to us by God. Whilst never making up for the way me miss our family and friends back in the UK, the support that has been shown to us means that life is so much easier than if we didn’t have them.

At the moment the future is still up in the air. After 5 years of living in Latvia, its possible that by this time next year we’ll be back in the UK as in just a year our contract is up. This thought is sometimes very difficult to get hold of, while other times its possible to wish away the next 12 months. My constant prayer at the moment seems to be for God to give us the best year possible, not necessarily an easy one but one that will give us the best possible opportunity to serve Him. I pray that I will keep my eyes open for the opportunities He gives me and that I seize them with both hands.