Adventure of a Life Time

At this very moment, we are literally down to just hours away from our departure for Africa.  I am quite sure I am working purely off of adrenaline as I mad rush around the house finishing last minute cleaning projects, packing, and any other things that enter my mind that *need* to be done.  I am pretty sure my kids think I am crazy :).  In all of my madness, just the thought of Africa brings me to tears.  I am anxious, nervous, excited, joyful and eager to experience God in a new way.  My biggest desire and prayer is that I can love the way God loves.  That through me, His pure love will be bestowed upon the people of Mozambique.  I want nothing more than to be a vessel.  To be what He desires me to be.  I am nothing without God and I am nothing without His grace.  What an honor that God sees me fit to show His love in this way.  My prayer is that I can do this humbly and selflessly.  All the honor, all the praise, all the glory belongs to HIM.  We are so excited to go on this journey.  Thank you for going with us....

Africa - here we come!

XOXOX,
Erin

p.s.: I will blog and post pictures as I can!!!

September

Last January, I created a personalized calendar through Shutterfly. I chose a family photo and scripture for each month.

Tonight, I flipped from August to September. My eyes immediately were drawn to the photo, which is one of my favorites of Jake and I.

Then, they moved over to the scripture I had chosen.

"Therefore go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit." Matthew 28:19.

The Great Commission

Last January, Jon and I had no idea we would be headed to Mozambique, Africa during the month of September. We did, however, PRAY our willingness to go where He lead.

It has been just overwhelming watching God work through every detail of this opportunity. From the prayers and support to the care of our children, He has provided a smooth road. Watching our dear family and friends WORSHIP God through us by their prayers and support has literally brought us to tears.

Thankful. Times Ten.