Thursday, November 1, 2012

Tomorrow We Move to Africa

Not very many Americans have been able to make the statement, "Tomorrow we move to Africa!" However, that is exactly what my family has the privilege of saying today. This moment in our lives is the culmination of 12 years of preparation, dedication, perseverance, and prayer. It is hard to actually believe we  are at the precipice of what most of our adult lives have been geared toward achieving.

As hard as it has been to say goodbye to dear friends and family, we continue to be reminded by their mere presence in our lives, that we have not gotten here alone! We have always had an incredible amount of God given support and love in our journey to the mission field. This fact solidifies the notion in our hearts that we are merely an extension of those who have prayed for us, cried with us, rejoiced from afar for us, faithfully supported us, and gently encouraged us along our path. Leaving is hard, but it is made easier because we have been loved so well. We have been blessed so that we are now able to be a blessing to some of the most desperate people on the planet. That is exactly how our God works!

So, we leave America sad to miss out on the moments in our loved ones lives that have formed us thus far, but so prepared to make an impact because of how deeply we have been impacted by their love for us.
                                              Sala Hantle, friends! We'll see you soon!

8 comments:

Anonymous said...

God speed, Megan and family. You will surely be missed back here! How will your family survive the 4th of July celebration without you here??!! So proud of you all!

Debbie and Bill

Jessica said...

missing you so much, but so proud of you. you'v set a beautiful example of following after God no matter the cost. we love you!

Jody said...

Excited to see what God has in store for you. Love getting to know you this summer. Praying for you!!

Johanna said...

Love this pic of family so much!! Need to frame this one.
You know I love you. I will hold down the fort here while you are gone. see you soon.

Kiley said...

Have a fantastic time - being taught by the Lord in a way that could possibly be foreign to some of us..ok, maybe just me ;) missing your family.... big hugs and lots of prayers..
oh, we need Alex's email address ;) when you get a chance of course....

Anonymous said...

We love you guys and will be praying for the greatest blessings. Run with God, wait with Him, worship Him, converse with Him and serve in love with him. Neal and Ivelise

Unknown said...

Just looking for the first time ever at your blog and really impressed with the last few posts! All the best to you, God bless you in Lesotho where I hope you have arrived safely.

I knew the airtrip was something you were a bit worried about, hope all went well!

Blessings,

Rembrand Rodenburg
(your neigbour for 4 weeks @nampa)

bandofbrothers said...

just came over from Jess's blog. will be watching your journey with great fascination, as I have 4 boys of my own that remind me so much of yours!

so inspiring how you are following God's lead. May God bless you greatly!