Seasons are not black and white. You have some that are easy, and some that are difficult, and then you have some that are a little in between. You come across seasons in your life that you feel like have been full of adventure, and then you have some that feel bland. When you really look back and dig deep into what that season of your life looked like for you, you come to realize that you always learn something. This past season has been filled with some crazy experiences, but I know there are more. There is an abundance of opportunities that God is going to use to show his greatness and his unending love for us. As I move into this next season I ask you pray Isaiah 41:10 over me, because that will be the verse I carry with me. There is no need for worry when I have God on my side especially when I know he will uphold me with his righteous right hand.
Hayden, When I follow your journey, I think back at the time you were a newborn in your tiny room in Ridgetop. And now I see you as a mature young man doing God’s work in a giant room called the world. You are respected and admired by so many of us. Every day remember that so many of us are with you every step of your journey. We love you Hayden and pray that you and your team feel the love we hold for all of you.
Hayden, what a wonderful experience for you. You will get irreplaceable insight on this journey. So proud of you.??
Hayden!! Yay for reflecting on the past season and yay for a new season in Costa Rica!!
Hayden, I love what you said about not worrying because God is on your side and He will uphold you. Amen! I will be praying for you. I’m looking forward to all that God has for you and your team/squad mates!
With love, Heidi Spence ( Gus’ mom)
Hayden- So happy your group has started this new phase. What an amazing gift you and your group will be to the people you encounter. What a blessing to show others the love of our Heavenly Father. Sending prayers your way. Thanks for sharing your verse. Comforting words for each one of us to keep close to our hearts.
Dude – Isaiah 41:10 has been my very favorite Bible verse since I was in my early 20’s. I’ll definitely be praying it over you. I love you, Hayden. Go do big things. And remember that God doesn’t define ‘big’ in the same way the world does. What you may perceive as small or insignificant is enormously impactful for God and His Kingdom. Don’t underestimate the ‘small’ things, and enjoy every moment as you sit back and watch God use those ‘small’ things to change the world through you.
So incredibly proud of the work that you are doing and the man that you’ve become. I know there will be struggles and hardship, but also incredible blessings and amazing eye opening experiences that will reveal what God has for your next steps. I Love you big!!!!!!!!
Indeed the Lord is the one constant from season to season. And yes he was constant in the 70’s and 80’s too.
Love with intention man of God. Love without favorites.
Hayden, we are so proud of you as you go to be the hands and feet of Christ. I love hearing your reflections on the different seasons of life! We will be praying Isaiah 41:10 over you. God will surely strengthen you and uphold you. Love you so much! Hugs!
Hayden – I’ve always loved and been driven by the word “intentional.” It is applicable in every thing we do and in every season of life. When we are intentional about our steps, our words, our thoughts, our actions, our journey, and our walk and relationship with God, He is able to show us things we could have never imagined. So proud of you and your teammates for your walk of intentionality and willingness to walk in relationship with others and be His hands and feet. We love you so much.
Love you brother. It has been an honor to walk alongside you in this season. I have come to be friends with a man after God’s own heart. A man who has tasted and seen, and walks his life in the pursuit of who God is. It is an honor to be your friend and I am blesses to spend this season with you!