Baby Girl!!!

WE ARE HAVING A LITTLE GIRL!!!

This month we went to the doctor for an ultrasound to see what we were having. I was wanting a baby girl really bad and Pablo was wanting another little boy. But we were both feeling blessed either way. If you asked Peyton what he wanted he would just say, "A brother and a sister.", which was not happening. During the ultrasound we asked the doctor if he would not tell us if it was a boy or girl and instead write it down on a card for us. Later that night we went out to eat as a family at our favorite little Chinese place and had our waiter read the card to us before dinner. Here is a video of how that played out.....

We were so excited we could not stand it. God has blessed us so much this year and having a baby girl just tops it all off. Please keep us in your prayers as we prepare to have another baby in our home. I know that there will be many adjustments for Pablo and I as well as Peyton.

Proud Papi!!!

2009 passed but Jesus’ grace never stopped!

What a ride we had! Now, I can say, “Paul, I know what you mean when you say what it was to live with abundance and suffering need. (Phil 4:12)” I say this because at the beginning and middle of 2009 we did not know how we were going to pay for our bills, but by the end of the same year our Lord graciously gave us all we needed to pay for school, home, new baby, and travel home for Christmas! Through it all, we trusted Jesus’ words in Matthew 6:33. Now, for the year 2010, whatever comes we continue seeking His kingdom and righteousness above anything material. I encourage you to remember with us in this new year that when we seek our Master and triune God, all the material needs in life will be provided. All we need to do is to keep first things first. If this was hard for you to believe in 2009, see our journey and seek God above anyone or anything. You won’t regret it! Thank you for your prayers.

God and His Great Provision

This has been such a great summer for us. God has shown us that He is our provider and protector over and over again. As many of you know I experienced some health problems this summer that wiped us out financially. Thanks be to God that my health was restored and that I am living pain free today. I can not tell you what a blessing that has been for me. Due to all the medical bill our savings for Pablo to attend seminary was gone in no time. Pablo was such a great support during this time and let me know that I came before school and money. That spoke volumes to me as I was feeling so guilty that the savings was gone on account of me. He has shown his love and support for me through it all. I am so grateful to have such a loving husband. We praised God for healing me and knew that He would provide for Pablo to attend school in the fall. He has brought us so fare we knew he would not abandon us now. We began to pray and asked many of you to pray with us. Two weeks before Pablo was to start the fall semester we did not have any money to pay towards his tuition. It was during those two weeks the Lord began to provide through scholarships and friends and family. One night Pablo was studying at the library and Peyton and I went to check the mail. When we checked the mail there was $1400 in checks from friends and family. I can not tell you the joy and gratitude that consumed me. When Pablo came home we thanked the Lord for taking care of us again and providing down to the last dollar. He knew what we needed and even went above that and gave us enough for books. HOW GREAT OUR GOD IS!!!!! I love watching Him work out things that are imposable to us. The week after school started the Lord then provided Pablo with a job at the church full time. This was another answer to our prayers. He has brought us through a summer I would re gladly live again. This summer I was able to see our Makers love and care in such a personal way. Thanks be to GOD!!!!!! We would also like to thanks all the friends and family that prayed and gave during this time. We are so grateful to you all. May the Lord bless you all richly.

Peyton's Swim Lessons!

This has been such a fun summer for us. God has truly blessed us in so many ways. A lady at our church owns a swim school here in Dallas and gave all church employees' children free swim lessons during the summer. We were so excited and Peyton loved it.

The lessons were for two weeks and he learned how to go under the water, jump in, and hold his breath. He really did a great job and met some new friends. It was a great time for us all.

Peyton has been a great joy to both Pablo and myself. He brings a smile to our face and keeps us laughing all the time. We have been so blessed to be his parents.

Thank you Dolphin Swim School for such a wonderful time and teaching us so much. We hope to see you all next summer.

Praise be to GOD!!!

I heard this last week from the doctor and my results came back great. She has diagnosed me with a spastic colon. She is treating it now with diet and herbal medicine. I have been on this regiment now for three days and have not found any relief from the pain yet. The doctor said that I need to stick with the treatment for two months and then if it still is not working she will prescribe some medicine that can help relax the colon. I am so grateful to GOD that there is nothing seriously wrong. There was a time that I was very scared, but GOD has shown me His faithfulness through all of this. PRAISE BE TO GOD!!!! Now that I look back I wonder why I was ever scared to begin with? Was my faith lacking? Had I forgot the Greatness and Provision of my GOD? I think that I let the fear of the unknown over weigh my faith in the one who created my body and knows it's ins and outs. My fear of not being here on this earth to watch my son grow to be a man was on my mind daily. Those are the thoughts that went through my heart and soul. But I daily have to remember that God's ways are higher and His purpose for me is better than one I could ever dream up. I have to remember that Peyton is not mine!!!! WOW, how my heart hurts even typing those words....but God has lent him to me for a brief time here on this earth. Peyton belongs to the Lord of Lords and the King of Kings and He also has a purpose for Peyton. I see that my purpose on this earth now is to honor GOD with all my heart, Love and cherish my husband, and raise Peyton to Know and Love God. However long my life here on this earth shall be I am here to do those three things. Thank you all for your prayer during this time and for your calls and letters. You are all such a gift from GOD! I love you and please keep us in your prayers.

Waiting for new results

Today Amy received a phone call from the doctor's office letting her know that the results of the biopsis will be given later this week. As fast as we know anything we will keep you updated. Please keep us in your prayers during these moments of trials. Thank you.

Clear to the naked eye!

Why do our minds think the worst when we have a hypothesis like Amy's. Well, I don't know! But what we feared the most is not happening according to what the doctor's naked eyes could see. Those are great news! The tumor, cancer, crones, etc., are all discarded. Could it had been there and God did a miracle? Surely,Possibly, maybe, I don't know. But we are very thankful for the Lord's grace through these scary and expectant moments. Did God answer your and my prayers? Of course He did, and the glory be to our triune God alone. Thank you all so much for your support and encouragement. Amy is now recuperating with her lovely aunt Jan on her side, who flew all the way from Arkansas at the last minute to be with her. Thank you aunt Jan, it meant the world to Amy. Thanks Matt, Angie, Virginia, Ellie, Christy Habashy, Laly, Cris, Feno, and others (sorry if I didn't get your name), for just being there to pick us up and lift us up. We are very thankful for you all. If you have any questions please call me (Pablo) until Amy feels better. With nothing else to say, but with a smile on my face, I want to say one more time; thank you so much for your support and prayers. Shalom out!
Pablo S. Paredes
Romans 8:28