Wisdom needed

Last Thursday, daughter Sue arrived from Sault Ste. Marie, MI to give me some more help in getting things packed.  Now that is quite a drive…around 20 hours!  We accomplished quite a bit so felt we could take some time off to drive to Sumter to spend some time with Justin, Laura and Ella.  I actually believe that it was a good thing for me to get away from the boxes for a bit and relax my back.  I feel much like I am camping out in my home now with so much packed for the move.  The kitchen is pretty much packed leaving me 2 bowls, 2 glasses, 1 saucepan, and 1 small fry pan.  Not enough to have any more parties here.

As the time is getting shorter, I am trying to sandwich in as many opportunities as possible with friends in the area.  Later today I am going over to Raleigh/Durham to spend some time with former neighbor Keith.  It will be good to be able to catch up with him again.  Telephone calls are just not quite the same as sitting across from each other face to face.

My back is doing quite well but seems to be at a standstill in regards to improvement.  I suspect it is due to all of the extra things I have on my agenda that requires using it more than usual.  I also picked up a bit of a bronchial congestion a few days ago that hopefully I can eradicate quickly with a dose of antibiotics.

We have another delightful group of 26 adults and 21 children at the office preparing to go around the world to serve the Lord.  Each morning during our prayer time we hear several testimonies of how the Lord has prepared and guided them.  It is exciting to hear them!

As I sort, dispose of and pack items I often pray for wisdom.  This is a bit of an emotional event for me.  I would like to take everything but don’t have room for it and know that I need to do some dramatic downsizing.  I often am reminded of James 1:5-6; “If you need wisdom, ask our generous God and he will give it to you…Be sure your faith is in God alone”!

Love to you all,

Chuck