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Expectations and Thankfulness

Baby Bohall number four is on the way! In September we found out that Petra is pregnant and due to give birth in the spring of 2013. We are again humbled by the gift of life growing before our eyes in the form of two energetic boys, a cruising one-year-old and Petra's increasingly round belly.

One of the reasons Thanksgiving resonates with us so much is because God's provision in the past reminds  us of our hope for the future. Pausing at various times to give thanks allows us to rest in His promises rather than being anxious. Since we arrived in the States in September, there are a number of things we are grateful for:

  • A smooth transition for the whole family
  • Lots of time with Jeremy's family
    • Bohalls November 2012
  • Jeremy thoroughly enjoying his classes 
  • Wonderful preschool classes for the boys
  • A time of prayer with other missionaries from Garden City Church in October
  • A very helpful ‘baka’ (Petra’s mom) who has helped with the kids on a daily basis

If you have prayed for us in the last few months we ask that you do two things:

1. Let us know so we can thank you. Prayer is the most important way you can be involved in our ministry: jeremy.bohall@gmail.com
2. Give thanks to the Lord for the various ways he has answered your prayers.

His love endures forever!

Gratefully,

Jeremy, Petra, Enoh, Ian, Emily and ____ Bohall



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