We try not to think of it all, but sometimes, it just happens. Your mind wanders and you think, "Is what we're about to do really worth missing all these things." As much as we will miss all of these things, we know that God sometimes asks us to give up what we know. The things that comfort us daily. We know that God has a huge adventure awaiting us, but it is going to cost us something. A great story always does.
While we know we will miss a lot while we are away for a year, we also know that we will gain a great deal from our time in Zambia. For that, we are thankful.
(Jon with children at an orphanage in Choma, Zambia)
Thanks, Erin, for starting this in order to communicate with all of us about what you're going through in the preparation for "Adventure Zambia"! I have to admit that I'm a teensy bit jealous of your coming year. You will have such a rich experience and will surely encounter God in ways you never would have imagined. No doubt you'll miss some things from your U.S./Canada homes, but I suspect you'll be so caught up in ministry and miracles that you won't have time to dwell.
ReplyDeleteYou two are truly an inspiration and we are thinking of you and praying with you constantly! Thanks for all you do!
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