a most surreal visit

Well friends - God is good -and he shows his power and provision even when I am doubtful. I had to go get a physical done today for my insurance and at first when I got there the receptionist thought I had to get a full physical - which would cost more than the initial payment. I prayed while she went to find out - I wasn't sure how things were going to pan out. When she got back she told me that I didn't need to get the full physical, they would do the basics. So that is what I did - praising God and answered prayer. Then when I went into my physical the doctor asked me questions about what I will be doing in Germany - being a missionary - and he asked me what that meant. I ended up explaining salvation to him - he was not saved - but a seed was planted. Totally not what I expected from the visit! When I got home I had a message from a couple that wants to support me monthly and help me with personal expenses. That was very encouraging as well.

God is full of surprises - pray for the doctor who was asking questions that he might come to know Jesus someday. Praise God with me for His provision! Praise God for the VBS lessons about Courage in Christ this week - they have been challenging to me as well to truly have faith in God!!

Well, that is all for this moment - oh but I forgot to say - my physical went well and I have good health to go to Germany! :) Have a fabulous day!

some pics from recent days

Here are a couple pics of my dear Potters who visited me this week - I love you both!

the chaos has begun ;)

Well, life is back to normal - at least a normal of sorts. It is different now that I am not working my regular job anymore - my last day was June 16th - then training in Winnipeg - then many parties and my dearest visiting from Indiana. Last week was my vacation before truly getting down to the business of prep for Germany. I am so thankful for encouraging friends and relatives.

Today after a slightly slow start (have to relax after emotional goodbyes), I got down to the business of making lots of phone calls and putting together a box to send to Georgia. It was almost like I put my life on hold for a week and now I have to sort through the mountain of things that I need to do in the month of July. I did get the box finished and sent it out today so it should, Lord willing, arrive in Georgia by the end of the week. I am very thankful for the Molls - they have a big box that will fit lots of belongings and they are allowing other missionaries to Germany to send stuff in it as well. God is amazing to provide different people for different needs.

It is a bit overwhelming to look at all the things that need done and then remembering that I have people to connect with before I leave as well. Pray for me as I prioritize each day and decide the best ways to use my time. Pray that I will draw near to God as well. I am fairly sure that my journey to Germany will be for a year, Lord willing. God is guiding my steps each day - just need to trust him.

Thank you to those who are praying - you are a blessing!! Because of you I am reminded that God is good!