To my wife TODAY!

 

Darl,

When we said what we thought was our last good-nights yesternight; I couldn’t sleep, so I had to make that very late call, to wish you a great day today and also seek an exit into sleep-land.

There was a tad of gloom that pervaded my spirit as we spoke, though I had many reasons to be more joyful, as I’d shared a few with you on the goings on here. STILL, I struggle… , wishing we were together. It’s your birthday today and I’m not there again.

Knowing how you cherish our special days, makes it more challenging to discern how best to light-up your day and make your joy fuller when I’m away; especially with the boys growing older and my absence a little louder with each trip.

You know how I hate to be far from home but you relish the opportunity for an expedition such as this. We’re surrendering better to Abba’s sovereignty. Yeah, He concocts wonders in His matchmaking workshop; ever seeking to announce Himself with and in everything. He doesn’t just love to say, I AM THE LORD! He delights in proving it. He smiles.

I celebrated you here last year and I’m back here this year, celebrating at the very same spot, but you are STILL hundreds of miles away.

Darl, I appreciate you for being in my life like this... I can’t stop wondering why of all men, I should be the one, to have and to hold you… but alas today, of all days, I’m not on site.

The events at home soon after I left burst my surprise package meant for today. But I know you know I understand. I know you know Abba’s smiling. You fill His joys and that of many that appreciate Him for our ministry here and there.

Our common passion for His cause will STILL guide your actions and words, He’s there for you and I am too.

Some days, our adventures with the Master are nice when the waters are calm and not as stormy as now. But you never complain. The last 6weeks have been loaded with activities, duties and issues meant for both of us to tackle, but it STILL pleased you well to let me go, pouring out your blessings and affirmations as I left.

You’ve sacrificed much…

You’ve sown much…

You’ve sweated much…

You’ve served much…

Having done so much, you’re STILL standing; helping to save many.

Truly, truly I say unto you Darl, you may miss my presence today, as I miss yours, but we’ll not miss Abba’s embrace when we finish. I promised, I’m taking us there.

May Abba’s pleasure continue to prosper with your every effort. I prayed long and hard for you this morning; asking The Sweet Paraclete to put a flavor in your week, that’s unique to Him; one that will linger. He assured me.

May the Lamb that was slain STILL receive the reward of His pains as you mark your day today my Darling. (I could rap this line for you:)

On behalf of the boys and me, here’s a toast to you again! We love YOU!!

Your One&Only…

[This video clip is a song by Bebe & Cece Winans that comes close, yes, close to what I think I should sing to you today. But there’s STILL my return to wait for.]

Abba smiles again.

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Author: Uche Izuora

I'm inspired by God’s passion for His name in every generation, which provokes global worship through Jesus Christ. Becoming an emotionally healthy and transformative disciple, I aim to mobilize the Church to engage in cross-cultural missions and raise other like-minded disciples who discover themselves in Christ and seek to present and represent Him as Savior and Lord among the nations northward of Uganda.

11 thoughts on “To my wife TODAY!”

  1.             This is a good one.
    

    May the good Lord reward the labour of Love. May your love for one another never grow cold. May Abba renew your wine daily.

    Once again happy birthday Shola.

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  2.             Wao! That's a lovely one. I say to you Sola, May Baba give you a Birthday Gift this day and may He always SMILE at you everyday! HAPPY BIRTHDAY!                                                        
    

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  3.             Happy bithday dear Sola, may the good Lord reward your service unto Him.
    

    Meanwhile this love is getting more hot by day and it will continue to wax stronger and stronger in Christ Jesus.
    Have a fun filled day.

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  4.             Greetings from Minnesota, USA,
    

    Well, you set a great standard for husbands. What words of heart, desire, and realness. Happy Birthday to Sola. I have never met you both, but can sense the Holy Spirit, alive and active in you. May God bless you both for “counting the cost.”
    The Buller family

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  5.             Congrats Sola,
    

    we wish you the best of the day. May Jehovah make the dreams of yester years to fulfillment. As you both bring good news and joy to the nation of Sudan, may heaven smile on you and bring joy everlasting to your family. have a fun filled day in His presence.
    Shalom!

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  6.             Wao, I have no doubt this is from the depth of your heart Uche.
    

    I know what to do at my wife’s next birthday.

    Sis Sola happy birthday. if Uche feels like this about you and your sacrifice for the work of THe kingdom, then imagine what daddy up there is saying right now about you and sure setting the angels on match order to deliver your birthday gift your sure deserves.
    You are a virtuous woman and dare say a jewel of inestimable value.

    Blessed day to you Sis.

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  7.             Uche,
    

    That is your heart and love for your amazing wife!

    Happy Birthday Sister Sola! May your day be filled with blessings from near and far. You are an angel to so many and our hearts are with you and the family!

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  8.             WAOWWWWWW.....what else can i say about this precious gift I have as a husband. Love, you are physically absent but very much around. You swept me off my feet once again and I lack proper words to express the overflowing joy in my heart. Blessed indeed i am amongst Women to have you as my husband, lover, confidant and true friend. I missed your physical presence but i am comforted in the fact that Abba's clamour for Global Worship is our FIRST AND FOREMOST CALL. We found each other in HIM and I rejoice in HIS sustaining power of our LOVE and DEVOTION to each other. "Onochie" my love, I will choose you a trillion times over and over again. Thank you My Crown and my JOY.
    

    @ Ruth: Sis Iy, can’t say thank you enough. Uncle Iyke adores you.

    @Eddy: thanks for the love of a brother beyond the shores of Nigeria. i cherish you.

    @Bro earnest: thank you very much Sir. I am very grateful.

    @Sis Vivian:You are a rare Gem. I salute your doggedness, faith and His grace upon your life. thank you.

    @The Buller family: Peggy, you’ve been a great source of inspiration. I read almost all your posts at our blog or Seth’s. Thank you very much. Your pure love flows to reach Afica as a Continent. We hope to see you someday soon. Love to your entire household. thank you.

    @ The Toyin-Kehindes: You were there right from the beginning when we tied the knots. You were there guiding our footsteps at crossroads. You hold a special place in our hearts. I’m short of words. Thank you, Pastor “mi owon” Thank you Mama. Love you so dearly.

    @ Dr Sylvanus Jatto: It’s a beautiful medium to say A BIG THANK YOU Sir. Friends of Missionaries have prospered under you leadership. You inspired me a great deal Doc. I am extremely grateful. Sis Tola is blessed having you Sir. Thank you very much.

    @My darling Sister Patti: your ministry as an intercessor has great influence and impact on my life. Thank you very much once again.

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  9.             HAPPY BIRTHDAY to you sis Sola. May the good God continue to perfect all that concerns you and your family.May you never lack as you continuue to sow in kingdom service. God bless you!                                                        
    

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  10.             Happy birthday to you Sola!  (my apologies that this is late! I always have to catch up on blog reading every few days!)  thank you uche and sola for your sharing of your marriage, full of love and seeking His Kingdom first. I pray for your family, that God blesses you all with His presence and power and fruitfulness, providing for your every need!  Much love to you all!                                                       
    

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