And away we go

Eric is already in there, Aaron should have arrived a few hours ago, and the rest of us, Bob, Jim, and myself leave this afternoon. We're ready as we can be for the adventure. It will be nice in a couple days when we're all together in Chennai.

This morning in my devotions I read Paul's perspective on ministry, "We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed but not driven to despair; persecuted but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of Jesus so that the life of Jesus may also be made visible in our bodies" (2 Corinthians 4:8-10). As Paul and his companions traveled the world doing work on behalf and with Christ, their attitude remained good. Certainly, their journey and work weren't easy. But, they were never dismayed.

I anticipate a bit of discomfort for every single one of us on this trip. The nature of travel around the world and to rural villages in India brings with it at least the good possibility for discomfort. Unfortunately, Eric and his dad Bruce experienced a good deal of difficulty getting to India earlier this week, and as of this writing still haven't received their luggage. I found myself praying today not necessarily for a smooth trip; that would be welcome and a blessing. I prayed that we would maintain the proper attitude and perspective in the midst of discomfort so that the life of Christ is displayed in us. Please join me in that prayer.

Thanks for reading and praying for us.

Away we go...

Mike