As we feel our family stepping closer and closer to moving to Africa for full-time missions, we are starting to prepare for the big change. The girls and I have been reading a fun series of books about a little boy named Akimbo who helps his father care for African animals. Molly and Madelyn are making lap books about Africa and today made elephant and lion masks. Later this week we are going to cook some Teff, Injeri and Wat - otherwise known as grain, pancakes and stew :) We will leave the chicken plucking and goat skinning for another week - lol!
The most important thing that we can do is allow God to work in us now so that He can work through us in Mozambique or wherever He places us. Part of that process is allowing Him to reveal every yucky part of me so that I can have a heart that is pure and wants to do His will and not my own. What a painful process! A lot of grumpy things in my heart have bubbled to the surface this week, but I am thankful that God wants them exposed and dealt with. He is good to never leave us the same if we are willing to allow every hidden thing to be exposed and brought into the light. He is good everyday and everywhere.
Wherever you are, have a blessed week and allow God to love you deeply.
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I love you dearly and can't wait to hug your sweet neck! Come see us soon :)
Mary, I had no idea your family was considering this! What a blessing you will be, wherever He chooses to take you! How exciting! Keep us posted on your plans...praying for your sweet, sweet fam!!!
Did I miss something? You are going to Africa as missionaries? Can you point me to a post that tells about it?
Hi Marci,
I don't know if I have ever done more than just gently suggest that we might be going overseas. We have tried to approach this prayerfully and carefully and not jump ahead of God. We always thought we would go to China because 3 of our children were born there, and I still think God might lead us there someday. But, it seems that He wants us in Africa first :) We have found a mission organization (Iris Ministries) that shares our love and vision for orphans and the poor. We still have a lot to pray about and plan for before we actually pack our bags :) Have a wonderful day, and thank you for asking about our next journey!
That is exciting and scary at the same time! We have several friends that serve in Africa and some have some children like yours. Keep us updated, O.K.?
How are Mason's new hearing aids working for him?
Mary, Email me please.... I can't find your email.
Patricia
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