Yesterday I was talking with the Lord, and just telling Him how I longed to hear from Him more. Sometimes when I pray I feel like I’m doing all of the talking, and then other times I try and sit in silence to hear from Him, and then find my mind wandering off into thoughts of the day or something. So I asked Him to speak to me, or even do something to let me know that He’s hearing my prayers. It was silly, but I asked Him to maybe show me by just answering my little prayer that there would be some delicious Thai tea at the funeral we were going to. I know that sounds crazy, that I wanted a drink at a funeral, but in Thailand it is a tradition that when someone passes you have a “funeral” for about 7 days. The family makes a bunch of food and they feed all of the family and friends that come to pay their respects, and it also helps get their mind off of it. So we went for a meal with our contact because he really wanted us to see this part of the Thai culture. The food was great, but there was no Thai tea.. I felt silly, and then told myself that that was just a stupid request, and then forgot about it and when on my way. As we were riding home~ 6 of us where in the bed of a pick up, and it was probably one of my favorite moments of the whole race so far.. The starry sky was just breath taking. As I looked up at the stars just basking in the beauty of God’s work, I heard Him whisper… I didn’t give you Thai tea, but I could give you the stars if you’ll let me! I have so much I want to give you, you need only to let go of the things you are holding on to.. Oh, how I was blown away.. I want to let everything go~ so that I have free hands for Him to fill!
