A Look Back

Throughout our lives, both Pete and I can see how God has guided our steps and provided in many ways. It is always fun for us to take a look back and see the amazing things the Lord has done! As we sit less than one week away from Pete's graduation, I cannot help but take a look back.

Currently Pete is sitting next to me, studying feverishly for his finals. Within the next week he will take three finals, interview for a job at LETU with the Dean for the School of Aeronautical Science, go on a second interview with the VP of Academic Affairs at LETU, and GRADUATE!!! Looking back, it is only the Lord's doing that Pete was able to complete his education at LeTourneau University. When Pete and I got married (after my graduation from UGA, but only 2 years into Pete's time at LETU) we were advised that I should apply for a job at LETU. Not only did the Admissions Counselor job at LETU fit my passion for youth and higher education, but it also offered us the ability for Pete to attend LETU tuition-free after I had been working for a year. For the past two years, we have only had to pay for Pete's books and course/lab fees - PRAISE GOD! This is one of the hugest ways that God has allowed Pete and I to continue on our path to MAF and mission work!

Along with LETU's tuition break, the Lord is providing financially through your support - to date we have received many contributions for paying off Pete's college debt for his flight training (not paid for by tuition benefits). PRAISE GOD for your prayers, support, and love!

Not only has the Lord provided for Pete's education, but He has also helped us in paying off some of that debt that strangely accumulates upon graduation/getting married. Through word-of-mouth referrals to many of our friends in town, we have saved over $2000 in rent. (3 1/2 free months of rent!) Once again - it is amazing to see how God has provided and clearly continues to show His faithfulness as we pursue His call in our lives.

While His financial provision is certainly one great aspect of this look back, I also can't help but remember (as we come up on our 3rd anniversary) how God has grown us together and in Him throughout the last three years. We have grown from two independent and stubborn singles to a couple who takes time to spend with the Lord and with one another daily. We have learned a lot about communication, sacrifice, and grown in our love for one another. I can't imagine how I ever lived without Pete and his amazing friendship and love.

In these three years our family has also added a member - our wonderful little "Anselbear". This adorable cocker spaniel has added fun and excitement to our lives and given us countless hours of entertainment.

Yet another way that the Lord has provided is through the amazing friends we have made. About two years ago, a mission family from MAF came to work at LETU at the same time Pete began part-time flight instructing. Through our friendship and similar passion for flight and reaching unreached people groups, Pete and I have learned a great deal about life overseas as a mission aviation family and enjoy stories from the Ash's time in Indonesia. Again - PRAISE GOD for this amazing relationship and encouragement!

Lastly, Pete and I were asked to attend the annual EAA Airshow in Oshkosh, WI. The theme of last year was "Fly 4 Life" and hundreds of missionaries and other humanitarian relief organizations came together to show the world of general aviation how flight makes a significant impact in human life overseas! Being representatives for LETU at the show, we had the opportunity to meet, mingle, and do life with some of the organizations that we were interested in joining. This was a time when the Lord gave us confirmation about our desire to work with MAF (Mission Aviation Fellowship). We thoroughly enjoyed all of the people we met, including those who had never even thought of flight being used to reach others for Christ! PRAISE GOD for His confirmation and the opportunities to share His love with others!


There are so many amazing ways that God has provided and encouraged us the last several years and we cannot wait to testify to more of the goodness of our Lord in the years to come! Thank you for being a part of how God continues to bless us and share His plan for our lives.