Changes in attitude

I have always subscribed to the notion that God helps those who help themselves. I know it isn't biblical but always thought I had to be self sufficient. But, now I have had a change in attitude.

I am beginning to believe that God moved me to the desert to teach me some truths. First of all - it is absolutely beautiful. Yes, it's dry and it's hot, but there is no way you can not see God's hand! You can see so far and the view is so magnificent!

Then there is the change God has brought about in my thinking about myself. I have always thought that I was not quite as good as everyone else and why would anyone want to help me? God placed me in a small church in the desert to open my eyes. I have had problems asking for help. I was willing to help others but didn't want to burden anyone else with my problems. I would just make do and carry on somehow.

God blessed me with people who took one look at the old RV I bought and decided to make it livable for me. All I wanted them to do is pull out some framing where a bed was supposed to go and pull up the old carpet. I kept telling them that I had lived in worse and it would be okay. But, that wasn't going to be good enough for them.

First they gutted the inside and have rebuilt the cabinets. The ceiling has been redone and extra insulation put in. The walls have been paneled. The electrical system has been looked over and repaired. A new water heater and a window air conditioner have gone in and a new (used) refrigerator will be installed. The shower and the kitchen area are going to be tiled and new linoleum is going down. A mechanic friend is going to work on the motor. PLUS, I am parking it at a friend's house this summer and paying only a nominal fee for rent and electricity.

All of the work is being done by my friend and 4 men from the church. All 4 have just recently started attending our church. One has let me use his RV until mine is done.

How in the world could I not believe that I am loved? God loves me, warts and all and has sent these men to show me. I have been going to a Bible study with the wives of several of the men and have really enjoyed making new friends.  I intend to bloom where God has planted me!  Thank you, My Amazing God!