Can I Change?

When we made the commitment to give our marriage to God and to stay together,we moved into the neighborhood near the Church. We were both aware of our need for supernatural help to suceed in this marriage. We were compelled to receive everything that was offered. That included Tuesday night teachings, Friday night services, Sunday services. We loved everything, well almost everything. I started hearing about this "household living" that almost all of the congregation was participating in. They were using the scriptures about the church in Acts. The new believers at that time were sharing everything in common. Well,Jennifer, the extravert wanted no part of this. I liked my own home, space, privacy. I wanted more control of my life that this household plan allowed. I thought that I had convinced my quiet husband that we didn't need this part of the church life. Then,one day he came sheepishly to me and said that he felt the Lord told him that we should have a "household. "What, I screamed, No Way! Don't bring this up again". He quietly withdrew from the conversation. But, every week he would remind me that God had told him that we were to be involved in this church lifestyle. After about four weeks, I agreed to pray about what Billy was saying. I barely prayed the prayer, when I felt an unusual excitement about having people live with us. I immediately told Billy and withing a day we had a meeting with the Elders. I cried for days because I couldn't feel that initial joy any longer. A week later James Cappleman and Gay Johnson moved into our home. Our son Brad loved them. I loved this full home and family life. Meals were wonderful times of sharing and laughter. When Billy was too quiet, someone else would ask him what was going on. More people were in and out of our home for over 10 years. Many of these people I still hear from regularly. People from all over the world began to hear about this revival in the East End of Houston, Texas and come visit. I learned to love being alone and having quiet times with the Lord. I am more of an introvert while Billy excelled as a teacher and mentor. I believe God is always challenging us to get out of our comfort zones and learn to be full of everything that He has for us. Change!!!!