Thursday, January 17, 2008

I get knocked down, but I get up again

Faithful friends. It is with a heavy heart that I (Ryan) tell you that we did not receive our visa approval today.

I can't go into all the reasons, because they are complicated. There is furthur need for investigation and we hope that next week we will have a better indication of how long Betsy and Jonah will be in Vietnam.

As you can imagine this is very difficult news.

So, for those of you that have been praying fervently for this visa, you need to work on your knee calluses even more. Please pray that we hear some news next week. I miss my wife.

As always, thanks for the support. We would not survive without you all helping us out.

8 comments:

The Tommerdahls said...

I'm sorry Beaches....but don't let this get you down! God will get you through this!!!! We continue to pray and can't wait for the day when we also get to meet Jonah!!! :)

Paul (and Kelly) Tommerdahl

Tracie said...

James 1:2.

Sometimes it's so hard to see the Joy. No matter how hard it is to see, it is there.

Love to all,
The Morrison's

Rachel Smith said...

So sorry, guys.

We're chatting up the Big Guy all day. Even though I feel like picketing a government office in my mini-van, it's good to know that I can go directly to the top with my petitions.

Love you all,
Rachel

Cy Alexander said...

Oh Lord, have mercy.
Our hearts break with yours.
Love, love, love- The A's

nay said...

hey beaches...will keep praying till betsy and jonah are home.

Unknown said...

I am so sorry to hear this news.
We know God is in charge and has the big picture figured out. How pathetically unsatisfying that is to us humans.
We'll look forward to seeing how God uses these experiences now and in the future.
Caroline

jillbegalle said...

Want to let you know that my family and I are praying for you. I work at Curves Fitness where your mother Karen works out and many, many members and employees are also praying for Jonah and Betsy to return home!!!!
Our prayers go out to you!
Jill Begalle and family

Deb Jordan said...

Romans 8

I am groaning along side of you and begging our Father to bring Betsy and Jonah home. And even if I don't understand what or why He is doing it, I am confident that it will turn out for your good.

Debbie