Christians 23 - Baggage Handlers 3

Well, we are in Zambia. What an incredible trip it has been. Though long hours in airports and sitting on planes, everyone is in good spirits, excited and blessed to be here.

We met Ane Sorensen at the airport last night (she had taken other flights). Among the 23 of us we had 46 bags and only 3 were lost so that isn't bad. Tonight, the Zurchers and VanBeeks arrive. Then we will all be together. Praise the Lord!

Today we are going to the school for the afternoon to get oriented and to begin work. TOmorrow we will go to church with Rachel and Joy and others from the school. I believe I am expected to speak briefly.

This morning in devotions, we were reading from Psalm 132 where David talks about fulfilling his vow to the Lord to bring the Ark to Jerusalem. Eugene Peterson in his commentary called "A long Obedience in the same direction" talks about having a faith that is not safe; one that has ones feet planted in reality but always willing to step out in faith and obedience. Too many of us (myself included) get the first part down. Sometimes my feet feel cemented to the real world and I lack the vision and faith to serve God. Others may be more inclined to be visionary but not have much grounding. I want to be both. That is not always safe or secure.

But one thing our trip has proven already is that when we step out in faith God keeps us from falling.

We are blessed already. Now we are eager to be blessings to others. Lord help us be vessels through which your blessing and love flow freely.

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