Through the last year I have come to know the reality of a much bigger family than my own natural family, dear as they are to me. My larger family are those who also know Christ in an intimate way. They are the ones who have listened to my cries and at the same time encouraged me to consider issues larger than myself. They are the ones whom God has used not only to relieve my loneliness, but to deepen my love for the kingdom. As I find my place of service within the community of God’s people, there is little time left to feel lonely!
