Our Proposal Story

Even though it was a little over 7 months ago, I am reminded of this life-changing story everyday I look at my hand. I realized I did not ever put this on my blog so I decided I would share...

Let our story unfold with my beautiful boyfriend ...wait wait wait... fiance. There we go : ) .....

♥Ethan Daniel Spivey called our Pastor last week sometime and told him his plans and hopes. With much excitement, a secret agreement was made that would end up taking place Sunday morning at Solid Rock, August 29th 2010...aka my 21st Birthday!! That morning Pastor Jay was preaching on "The One". Not necessarily "the one" and the only one that God has made for each person to share this life with, but it was able to be turned around for an awesome twist at the end of service! I kind of had a suspicion that it was going to happen that morning. But, when it didnt happen before church, or the "meet and greet" time, or after announcements I was beginning to wonder! I had to force myself to pay attention and listen to the amazing message over all my self-consuming thoughts. I mean they were driving me crazy with anticipation and wonder!

♥Once we were bringing all the names up to the altar of "the one" person in our life that we would interceed for and pray over, Pastor Jay said,"Once you have brought the card up and layed it on the altar, please return back to your seats and remain standing for one last announcement." Finally!! I knew it had to be it! Thump thump. Thump thump thumpthumpthumpthump!! My heart was going crazy! Ethan kept such a good straight face though! Once everyone was back in their seats, Pastor Jay said, " Well, we have someone here who wants to share their testimony about HOW they FOUND their ONE. Ethan Spivey would you please come up"........... Frantically reaching for my purse trying to get my camera out......nervously listening....heart melting.......so many things happening....life changing. Once Ethan was on the stage..in front of at least 300 people...he uttered the sweetest words I have ever heard any man speak...except Jesus of course. And, I'm sure every woman who has gotten engaged would argue that their significant others words were sweeter..but these words were the sweetest words to me..and were spoken straight to me!..straight to my soul.These words were as follows.. "One of the amazing things about God is that I didn't have to search for my one, instead He brought her to me. And I knew from the first time I saw her that I was going to pursue after her with all of my heart.And, I've been waiting a long time for this day. Elizabeth Wright, would you please join me on this stage?" With my hands shaking, a heart about to beat out of my chest, and trembling knees, I made my way as best I could up to that stage where the rest of my life awaited me. Barely able to utter the "Will you marry me"..Ethan got down on one knee and looked at me with his watery brown eyes. And, in those watery brown eyes, I saw assurance. I saw a deep love and peace. I saw Jesus, commitment, and excitement.I saw.... the rest of my life! The rest was kind of a blur. I think I said yes? haha! All I remember is jumping up and hugging him : ) Making it the best birthday I have EVER had!! And the rest is History!

...tonight I was asking Ethan about it and..well...he said I grabbed the ring out of the box before he could get the chance to put the ring on my finger...guess I was too excited. haha

♥ Thank you ALL for all your encouragements,advice, support, and congratulations so far! It really means ALOT to us! Just like it says in Matthew, "Out of the abundace of the heart the mouth speaks" Let me end with the famous passage of 1Corinthians 13:4-8. Don't just read it without digestion. Read each sentence and think about what it truly means, letting it speak to your heart.

Love is patient, love is kind.

It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.

It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.

Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth.

It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.

1Cr 13:8 LOVE NEVER FAILS.

♥ Everyones prayers are greatly appreciated. We dream to speak to the mountains and expect their movement. We dream to reach out to this world with love, forgiveness and hope. From the words of Ethan, "It is our goal to respect the traditions of the church and, with creativity, transform the traditional evangelical methods to reach this modern culture. Just as Jesus showed us, we have to meet the people where they are.First, I believe that we are to love all people, whether they feel unlovable or undeserving of love. Secondly, we are to forgive all people, showing forgiveness whether they feel unforgivable or are unable themselves to forgive. Finally, we are to have hope in those who have lost all hope in themselves, and most importantly, to direct them towards God’s endless love, forgiveness, and hope for the future."

♥We love you all. Thank you so much for making this incredible time! There will be video up soon hopefully!