On April 29, 2012, Chris Cowen came to our church to tell us about a mission trip to Kenya coming up in September. Michael has said for a long time that he could see himself (and our family of course) doing missions overseas. Me on the other hand, this is that one thing that has always scared me to death. Just the thought of God calling and moving me, my husband and my kids to a strange land far away, a place far away from my family, my friends and my kids friends almost made me nauseous.
Oddly enough, as I sat and listened to Chris speak I could feel this stirring inside of me, not fear but an excitement.
After the service, Michael and I went and talked to Chris and his wife Shara and got some information about the trip. We both knew that God was calling us to "Go" without even saying anything to each other.
The cost for both of us to go on this trip will be close to $9000 but Chris told us that for something like this we will send out donation letters to our family and friends and see what God lays on people's hearts. So where do we go from here??? We say "yes" to the call and we step out in a GIANT leap of FAITH and see where God takes us.
I am thrilled that you have started this blog! It looks fantastic! I am already in awe (and have admittedly giggled to myself at times) at the magnificence and goodness of our Lord as He is giving the two of you just a "sneak peek" of His glory. I believe your family will be changed by this journey -- changed in a way that is for your ultimate good and will touch more souls for the Kingdom than you ever thought imaginable. I encourage you to keep giving us updates through this blog so we ALL can share in this faith walk with you -- rejoice in the victories, and pray in the struggles -- one with another as the Body of Christ. Look to see where God is working and join Him -- THAT is God's will. He has certainly laid out the invitation to the two of you and you have accepted it with infectious enthusiasm! Hold on tight my friends and keep your eyes and ears wide open -- you are in for the ride of your life; purposely on mission with the King of Kings and Lord of Lords can be nothing short of exhilarating (and if I may borrow your words) BREATH-TAKING!
ReplyDeleteI sit here with tears in my eyes as I read this incredible story. Your family will never be the same and the people you encounter on this journey will never be the same because of your obedience to God's call. I love the term "breath-taking"....that's exactly what it is to hear God speak! Thinking about those times I've experienced that myself I still get all "fluttery" inside.
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