Iron Rose Sister Ministries

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Published: 18 December 2015

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In Spanish and in Hebrew, there is a verb that can be translated three ways into English—wait, hope, or expect.

While each of those three words has their own nuances or unique connotations, let’s think about how much greater our hope would be if we wait, hope, and expect in the Lord.

Micah 7:7 gives a good example of all three concepts in the same verse:

But as for me, I watch in hope for the Lord, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me.

If we watch in hope, we expect that his promises will be fulfilled. We wait, not knowing the time-frame, but expecting with hope.

What a blessing!

Now, let’s look at two more verses, inserting the three possible translations for new insight.

Those who wait, hope, and expect in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. (Isaiah 40:31)

Be strong and take heart, all you who wait, hope, and expect in the Lord. (Psalm 31:24)

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Published: 17 December 2015

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My house is no longer under construction!

The paint smells are dissipating; the dust has settled. The colors schemes and plans have come together.

Back in April, when I learned of my sister and brother-in-law’s imminent move, a course of events were set in motion that have culminated in yet another major change for me personally and a blessed transition for IRSM.

The ministry that has equipped more than 1,500 women in conferences in 2015 and touched the lives of hundreds more women through the interactive Bible study books, blogs, and other resources, has grown to the point that we needed our own space.

My parents and my dad’s business, Integrity Home Services, have helped make this move possible and have facilitated the transformation of this house into a home for me, and a base of operations for IRSM.

The cleaning and some unpacking are still in process, but I am now much more equipped to host you here in Searcy.

With this month’s blog theme as Hope and Love, the culmination of this project is a definite hope fulfilled and a tremendous demonstration of love.

Several have asked if my parents have been so instrumental in the process so that I will stay living near them in Searcy for many years to come.

While I think this is part of their inspiration, the bigger motivation, I know, is their love for me and for the Lord’s work through IRSM.

With the move to Searcy, IRSM has also been blessed in the following ways:

·      A stable home base with lower cost-of-living

·      Office space and storage space for our inventory

·      Spare bedroom for an intern

·      Connection to bilingual Harding University students who seek to be mentored

·      Connection to people and groups traveling from Searcy on campaigns that can transport books

·      Guest lecturing in missions, Spanish, and women’s ministry classes at Harding to inspire, equip, and empower students

Thank you for your continued prayers and support for Iron Rose Sister Ministries!

P.S. The new address is 1 Susan Dr., Searcy, AR72143