Dear Friends,
What an historic day in the history of the United States of America. I trust you have voted!
Part of my story has been the opportunities I have had to travel world wide. I have been in 44 different countries! In many of the countries I have had to travel anonymously. Citizens of those restrictive countries have not had the right to vote, to be a part of the process of governance. Many of those friends have spoken with me about the privileges we take for granted in the United States. Be sure and vote! You'll be glad you did!
As you know I have been reading the Bible intently. It has been an extraordinary journey. When you systematically read between 26-30 chapters per day, from the different categories of the bible, (Law, History, Poets, Prophets, Gospels, Acts, Pauline Epistles, General Epistles) you begin to catch the heart of God! I know as I have been reading that I ponder afresh the changing unpredictability of humanity in relationship to the Father, and the longsuffering of God Himself as He relates to His created beings- us! What an amazing love affair from God to us. Actually it is one I do not fully comprehend or even pretend to fully understand. But, it is a relationship I desperately desire- not only for myself, but for others also. Consequently, that is essentially what this short "rest period" in Alaska is all about: "Lord, how can we be used to the fullest extent of our present giftedness in the ministry and business of your Kingdom in this next chapter of our lives? How can we come alongside others to help them in their relationship to You?"
A brand new offer for us to consider has landed on the table. Essentially, one of the original five has been removed and then this new one has been added. You are wondering, "OK, where do we stand then?" Give me a little more time and I will be released to discuss the options in more detail. And in all of this we continue to keep "option #6" open, which is, "none of the above!" In the meantime though, we continue to faithfully watch and pray. We consider ourselves so blessed to be able to spend this quality time reading, praying, listening and talking. It has been so good.
We are watching the winter shadows on the mountains change almost daily. As the sun moves further south in it's southerly journey towards December 21st, it casts new shadow arrangements on the unchanging mountains! It is a great picture of the "changing culture" in which we live, in comparison and relationship to the "unchanging nature of an Eternal God!"
We send our love and prayers, not only for you but also for our nation on this historic day!
Graydon and Judy
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Miss you and would love to see the pictures of your view. I know how special it is. I enjoy reading your blog very much. Best regards, Diane Wilkinson
Graydon and Judy,
Our prayers go out to you as you contemplate your options for God's kingdom. We miss you and enjoy reading about how God continues to work in your lives.
The world is changing, which is making our roll as Christians even more important. We are in support of where ever your ministry leads.
With gentleness and respect, Ken and Kim Plake
Graydon and Judy,
Our prayers go out to you as you contemplate your options for God's kingdom. We miss you and enjoy reading about how God continues to work in your lives.
The world is changing, which is making our roll as Christians even more important. We are in support of where ever your ministry leads.
With gentleness and respect, Ken and Kim Plake
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