Five Minute Friday, JOURNEY
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“We traveled for two years and visited over 200 churches sharing about our missions endeavors. We spent A LOT of time on the road and racked up thousands of miles. Along the way, we made lots of pits stop. Generally, we just stopped for fast-food and potty breaks, but occasionally something else would demand a stop. We were too tired to keep our eyes open anymore. Our toddler ran out of juice. Flat tire. Nauseous pregnant lady. Saw friends getting off and exit and had a spontaneous double date at Waffle House.
These unplanned stops often weren’t welcome on our journey. They seemed to be an inconvenience when we just wanted to get from point A to point B. But they were necessary. We needed to stretch. We needed to rest, run around, stretch our legs, and nourish our bodies. We needed the pit stops.
I think of the pit stops along the way of our journey to the mission field. The financial support that got a slow start. The family member that spent months ill before passing away. That car accident that rocked our world, took our baby, and canceled a whole month of meetings. The waiting and waiting and waiting for a visa that never came. These things were all unplanned and unwelcome.
But these times were all a part of the journey. They have made us the family that we are, serving in the country where we serve. During these times, we have been forced to seek the Lord and know His heart better. We have learned about ourselves and about each other.
We’ve learned to thank God for the pit stops.”
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Yes! Thank God for the pit stops. I’m in the 8 spot this week.
You get it! Thanks, Tara!
Amen! Our God works all things for His glory. Some days we just need a perspective switch! Thank you so much for posting this!
Amen and amen! Thanks for your comment, Marigold!
I enjoy your writings so much, just don’t take the time to comment. I know some that are reading & it is a witness to them. Thank you
Thank you, Mona. I appreciate you taking the time to comment today. I do pray these words are a witness!
I think sometimes we focus too much on the destination, but sometimes it’s the pitstops that matter.. Thank you for posting 🙂
You’re so right about that! I know I’m guilty! Thanks for your comment, Brenda!
pit stops… those helpful breaks along the way… don’t we all need them? Visiting from FMF #64
We absolutely do! Thank you for visiting my page, Annette!