Well, I find myself in a strange place. The suitcase is packed, but I need some of the things in the suitcase to continue to live before the trip. What do I do? I could go out an buy the things I need, or I could unpack some of the suitcase. I really don’t wantContinue reading “Between Two States”
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Getting Ready – Matthew 24:3
Reading in the Scriptures this morning Jesus’ charge to His followers to be ready for His return. There are a number of different ways He illustrates the need to be ready, but each one points to the tendency of all of us to get lazy, apathetic, disinterested, disconnected. The disciples ask in Matthew 24 aboutContinue reading “Getting Ready – Matthew 24:3”
Highlights
We often remember our lives through the “highlights,” those moments when we felt the best. Or at least that is the way we would like to remember our journey. But for many of us we have some pretty painful bumps along the road. So what do we do when our “highlights” turns into “The GreatestContinue reading “Highlights”
Inevitable Events
Well, the days are ticking by. Our suitcases are officially out of the closet. Many odds and ends around the house are getting finished. We can almost pull the car into the garage for storage during our trip! I think this is going to actually happen. Okinawa, I hope you are ready for us. SometimesContinue reading “Inevitable Events”
What To Pack
What is the longest trip away from home you have packed for with only a suitcase? How do you choose what to bring and what to leave behind? We have moved many times as a family, but with a truck, or trailer, or a PODS. In the Army I used a duffel bag and aContinue reading “What To Pack”
Invitation to support in prayer
Well, we are one step closer to your departure on the 3rd of May. One of our greatest concerns is for your prayer support. If we are to accomplish this mission, we can’t do it! It must be the work of the Holy Spirit in and through us. Although we are not regular missionaries, needingContinue reading “Invitation to support in prayer”
But then God….
Okinawa, Japan It hardly seems possible that less than two months ago we were planning a vacation with some friends in Europe, Italy in particular. But then God…. This really has been the story of our lives. But then God…. But there we were on Feb 5th, minding our own business. Bev had watched andContinue reading “But then God….”
The Arnold Journey 