Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Insights from Kinnan Johnson

Jeremiah 7:22-24 (CEV)
At the time I brought your ancestors out of Egypt, I didn't command them to offer sacrifices to me.Instead, I told them, "If you listen to me and do what I tell you I will be your God,you will be my people,and all will go well for you.

As many of you know I was about halfway through the Experiencing God study when Kenny asked me if I'd ever thought about going on a mission trip. As I worked in the study I really looked forward to what God was going to do in my life to allow me to experience Him as I never had before. But, boy I NEVER expected it so soon! First, God wasn't suppose to start working that quickly , I mean I wasn't even finished with the study yet! Second, He wasn't suppose to ask me to leave the country. Well as soon as Kenny asked I knew deep down what I was suppose to do....obey! But I needed a few days to "make real sure." As I agreed to come to Honduras I knew that this was God's call for my life and that He would take care of everything. Now as I reflect back over the last 3 months of preparation and these last 7 days in Honduras, I am just in awe at the way God has worked in everything we have done. He has kept us safe, very well fed, and healthy. We all obeyed God in this call and He has been true to His word...""If you listen to me and do what I tell you I will be your God, you will be my people,and all will go well for you."
What a privilege it has been to serve our God with this team this week! I didn't know Lynn before all the trip planning and knew Jackie only as an acquaintance. I loved the rest of the team as my church family and my brothers and sisters in Christ. After spending this week with all of them I love each and every one of them so much more and am grateful to have shared this Honduras experience with them. Thank you team for the best trip I have ever taken with a group! What a true joy it has been to obey and serve God with you.

Kinnan Johnson

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