We missed the winter of 2010, so haven't experienced the cold for a long time. November came in like a walking icicle - I told Josie, "We need to beat the birds outa here, and migrate to sunny Africa." It's not good to see the thick frost on the lawns - however, the autumn leaves look beautiful.
We leave for Africa on Tuesday, Nov 8. It will be different to go thru Germany this time. We are flying Lufthansa and will spend 10 hours in Frankfurt before boarding the connecting flight to Johannesburg, where we'll visit with Kel's family.
We've seen the evil one's hand trying to stop us (several times in the past few weeks) from continuing with our mission work in Chad, but each time our gracious God has intervened and pushed the enemy out of the way. Several miracles have occurred in the past few days - God is so good! We press forward with new courage.
We moved off White Oak Mountain this past Tuesday afternoon, to live with Mom for the next week. Many thanks to two special people (ex-missionaries themselves) who gave us accomodation in their lovely home on the mountain. We take with us some special memories. Thanks to Mom, also, for opening her house to us so graciously (again). God bless you!
The packing has begun - there are many last-minute things to do, as those of you who've traveled well know.
We leave behind some AWESOME friends - thank you for your support and prayers. Goodbyes are always difficult - but the anticipated hellos, when we return, make the parting easier.
The next blog message will be posted from the Deep South - and thereafter it will be African news for several months.
We pray God's blessing on you, the reader, and thank you for keeping us in your prayers. Keep the Son in your eyes.
With love,
Kel & Josie
We leave for Africa on Tuesday, Nov 8. It will be different to go thru Germany this time. We are flying Lufthansa and will spend 10 hours in Frankfurt before boarding the connecting flight to Johannesburg, where we'll visit with Kel's family.
We've seen the evil one's hand trying to stop us (several times in the past few weeks) from continuing with our mission work in Chad, but each time our gracious God has intervened and pushed the enemy out of the way. Several miracles have occurred in the past few days - God is so good! We press forward with new courage.
We moved off White Oak Mountain this past Tuesday afternoon, to live with Mom for the next week. Many thanks to two special people (ex-missionaries themselves) who gave us accomodation in their lovely home on the mountain. We take with us some special memories. Thanks to Mom, also, for opening her house to us so graciously (again). God bless you!
The packing has begun - there are many last-minute things to do, as those of you who've traveled well know.
We leave behind some AWESOME friends - thank you for your support and prayers. Goodbyes are always difficult - but the anticipated hellos, when we return, make the parting easier.
The next blog message will be posted from the Deep South - and thereafter it will be African news for several months.
We pray God's blessing on you, the reader, and thank you for keeping us in your prayers. Keep the Son in your eyes.
With love,
Kel & Josie
It's been very special to see you during your furlough. God lives so beautifully through both of you--your influence and presence is a blessing. God go with you back to the Deep South! You will be missed here and welcomed there. Looking forward to the day when distance is no longer a barrier, and the Son is not only "in our eyes" but right there in our presence. <3
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