A new chapter in the Mercado book has already begun, yesterday marking the end of week #2 for us as new Guamanians. On July 25, 2007, we embarked on a lengthy but safe flight from San Diego over the Pacific Ocean and across the International Dateline which concluded with an uneventful landing on the island of Guam at ~1am on July 27. (I think I sleep-walked off the plane.) Maxwell, now ~10 months old, handled the trip relatively well... unmedicated! ;) Within a few days we all were recovered from our jet lag, and Max has resumed his wonderfully convenient routine of 10-11hrs of continuous sleep every night!
The main reason we started this blog was to keep our beloved family and friends updated on our adventures in island life (and post pictures of Max, of course). But Mike & I thought it would also be a great tool for us, personally, to remind ourselves of how this move provides opportunities for spiritual growth. We recently started reading the book of Matthew for family worship, and it was during one of our worship times that we were inspired to use our blog in this way.
Matthew 14:22-32 tells of a unique meeting between Jesus and His disciples in the middle of a lake. It's pretty amazing that He walks on water to meet them. However, the true excitement comes when Christ invites Peter to step out of the boat and onto the water. I encourage you to read it for yourself. The passage does reveal Peter's strength and weakness of faith, but the point is that he exercised it. Today, Christ invites each of us to do the same. Whatever those "waters" may be (career, relationship, finances, health, church), take a step of faith in the direction that brings you closer to Christ and to where He is. We know that God's got a purpose for us here in Guam; you're welcome to join us as we venture out to discover what that is... and, in the meantime, maybe you'll find yours.
This is the story of the Mercado family's voyage ONTO THE WATER.
Saturday, August 11, 2007
Guam or bust!
Posted by Gemma at 4:32 AM
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Water walk! That is neat! Good insight...this blog has a bright future along with those who will take the time to get wet. Yes, we need the time to savor the change from dry life if we know how to appreciate water. Water, water, water...Yes let those toes feel that water. Dad Miranda
Great thought for the Sabbath when we are appreciating the distance yet the closeness of what loved ones are all about!
You surely expressed this with such literary skill ( now I remember you were minoring in English in Bryn Mawr!).
Hope to read more of this.
Love,
Mom Miranda
Great thoughts, Gemma! But sometimes we need airplanes, too. It would take an awfully long time to walk on water all the way to Guam.
Your brother's sermon this morning was excellent. Ask him to explain the snapshots in Mark.
Beverly Phillips
Gemma, Nice to hear about your adventure and we really enjoyed Godfrey's sermon today. We hope and pray for the best for you and your family and maybe someday visit. Take care and we love you.
Uncle Lindsey , Auntie Marane and family!
Hey, you three! We're excited to hear about the Mercado adventures! Thanks for being willing to share from your time in God's Word together too. We're trying to form our family traditions too, now that we're finally in our own place. We've started reading "Our High Calling" in the morning for family worship. It's pretty sweet. Practical stuff like being faithful in the little things, etc. Anyways, miss you tons, and look forward to your next blog. =)
Godfrey and Debbie
I'm so happy you are out here!!!
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