I had an amazing day, and it's not even over! Can you believe it?!
Today I went to Mission Central. It is a place in near Mapleton, IA which exists solely to support missionaries. They make the connection between donors and missionaries, and are a place to go to see reports from all over the world. They have a museum of artifacts from all over the world that you can see! If you get a chance, go down there and visit! It is a wonderful place where God is truly present, and where He makes it possible for missionaries to be just that--missionaries.
I would say more about it, but I think you just need to check it out! Follow the link in the previous paragraph to see the website, or better yet, visit! All I can say right now is that I am amazed that I have not been there before, because it blew my socks off. Missionary Gary is so passionate about the work that God's doing all over the world, and wants to do all he can to help us as missionaries. Again--please check it out! God does miracles through this place!
Well, as if this day could get any better, I guess it will! I am hosting 2 girls from Hong Kong at my house this week, and they come today! They are in Chicago right now en route to Sioux Falls! I am super excited to meet them, and to have them in my home :)
If they are up to it, they are going to come with me to Thunder Road tonight, which is a local amusement park where you can ride go-karts, mini golf, rock climb, and more! I am excited to have this opportunity to chaperone the youth event, and to possibly introduce the Hong Kong high schoolers to the youth at my church!!! :)
Well, I have already written a lot for you to digest today ;) My hope is that today you enjoy the beautiful day today by grilling out and having some ice cold lemonade, and that you reflect upon the blessings that God has given us--both materialistically (the grill/food/drink!) and non-materialistically (friends, Christian fellowship, etc). Especially remember the blessing that NO ONE CAN TAKE AWAY FROM US--the blessing of Jesus Christ's sacrifice to pay the price for our sins, so that by belief in Him, we can enjoy eternal life with Him in heaven!
Mission Central is INCREDIBLE! You are so true in saying that it is a must see place! It's amazing what a retired banker can do! :-) Gary is such a wonderful man and a great speaker. If he is speaking at a Church near you, go hear him!
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