Momology Magazine Issue 2.2 Dallas - Patience | Page 4

™ ® P E P E R C E C T LM IM I X E D ,E P E R C E C T LM A TA T C H E D RFE F TLY Y XED, P RFE F TLY Y M CHED FROM THE PUBLISHERS PATIENCE IS IN HIM Spring is in full-swing and I can’t help but notice the new growth and the vivid, vibrant colors as I pause for a moment to consider the wonder of the world that God has given us in which to reside, something we often take for granted in the rhythm of our everyday chaotic lifestyles. And this chaos gives way to frustration and impatience as we navigate from one task to the next hundred with distraction after distraction making its way into our paths as we press forward to try to accomplish just ONE SINGLE THING that we have set out to do. We often forget that we are somewhat like the seasons, as we meander through this journey called life, we, too are given opportunity for new growth and for our lives to be filled with vivid and vibrant colors as God wraps us in his loving embrace and seeks to provide us with the patience that we so desperately wish that we had – to be better mothers, wives, lovers, employees and children of God. To better serve Him and His kingdom amidst the chaos and humdrum that life can become. We seek to understand His plan and purpose for this life that He has so graciously given us not once, but twice as we are reborn in Him – with a goal to press on towards, but sometimes not full understanding the path that is leading us there and the reason it seems to be taking so long! I am overcome with humility as I come into His presence after allowing the distractions to consume me, to recognize that He is still there, His arms are still open and His provision TRACI HUHN Publisher AMANDA HENSLEY Associate Publisher TEAMOLOGY TRACI HUHN PUBLISHER/CREATIVE DIRECTOR AMANDA HENSLEY ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER/ ADVERTISING DIRECTOR DAVID H. DARBY EDITOR IN CHIEF SHANNON HARDESTY LEAD ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE ELAINE SPRATT ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE TERI DARBY GRAPHIC DESIGNER/PHOTOGRAPHER still continues as I press on towards the goal – as I seek to train up my children in the way they should go, lest they part from Him, adding strong soldiers to His army. The world tells me that I’m a failure, but our Lord and Savior is patient and He loves us so much that He gave us His ONLY son, that whoever believes in him shall NOT perish but have eternal and everlasting life. Can I get an Amen? Press on, dear mothers – we are ALL a part of his GREAT BIG plan and He is the patience you seek in following the path He has paved for you until you arrive in your final destination. What a glorious day that will be and the WAIT will be so WORTH the victory! We would like to welcome Dallas/Ft. Worth to the Momology Magazine community. We are excited and passionate about expanding our reach and look forward to sharing your stories and hope with others in your community. Traci and Amanda PUBLISHER/ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER JOHN LEWIS COPY EDITOR/STAFF WRITER CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: ASHLEIGH BABB TRACI COKER ANDREA GAUL DR. DERRICK RAYMER ROBYN WHITAKER PHOTOGRAPHERS: AMANDA HENSLEY TERI DARBY TRACI HUHN PUBLISHED BY: Momology Magazine is a bimonthly publication of Allymac Concepts. Allymac Concepts is not responsible for any omissions or misrepresentations submitted to the magazine. Advertisers represented in this publication and their agencies assume all liability for the content of advertisements and photos. Opinions, advertisements, and articles expressed do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of the publisher or Allymac Concepts’ employees. Be advised many writers featured in this publication are not necessarily professionals but moms writing from personal experience and should be read as such. Reproduction or transmittal of any part of this publication is prohibited without express permission in writing from the publisher. PUBLISHING JOIN THE MOMOLOGY COMMUNITY: momologymagazine.com