One Chance

Nearly 25 years ago I was burdened for the continent of Africa.  During the many years since I’ve had the incredible pleasure of visiting several countries but none of them on that continent God once stirred within me.  It hit me at 3:00 Tuesday morning as Ron and I sat at the terminal waiting for a flight from Amsterdam international airport.  In just a few hours we would board a plane bound for Nairobi, Kenya.   I must confess this is an emotional journey for me.  Not just the flight and the opportunity to stop in a place I believe God prompted me to visit.  I am expecting something special.    It feels like I’m moving head-on into a God ordained event.  I’m hoping my ABC friends are praying with me.  I’m hoping God will use me to bring His blessing to people in Kenyan.

This morning I’m thanking God for dreams that come true.  I’m thanking God that it’s never too late.  I’m thanking Him for you and for the potential in each of you to fully realize the promises of God’s Word and the dreams He’s placed in your heart.  There is a song that was popular about twenty-five years ago.  The lyrics went something like this, “Only one life so soon it will pass only what’s done for Christ will last.  Only one chance to do His will.  So give to Jesus all your days for it’s the only life that pays…”

Thank you ABC Family for all your encouragement.  Thank you for extending grace and allowing me this opportunity to experience God’s plan.   Cheri, I thank you for taking on extra responsibility so that I can be here.  I love you all… you are a gift from God.