"And Jesus came and spoke to them (disciples), saying...Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Matthew 28:16,18,19
These verses take on a whole new meaning. When our family was called to missions a few years back, we read and understood what it meant to "Go". Now, after 5 years on the mission field, we are seeing another facet of this familiar verse. "Go" is not a one time event. It is not to just one nation, one nationality...it means just being obedient and to "Go" no matter where, no matter how many times, and no matter when.
God has once again called us to "Go", as we make our move from Ukraine to Africa. I will have to say, that this move is more difficult for me (Maya) than the move from America. For many reasons including the fact that I may never see many of these beautiful faces again! Leaving the United States left me with a feeling of..."I will see you in a couple of years, but I will see you again (Lord willing!)". Leaving Ukraine doesn't give me that same kind of hope. It may just be that I don't return here and my good byes will be until glory. That kind of good bye cuts a little deeper.
We never dreamed of going to Africa, actually we were adamant about NOT going to Africa 5 years ago, but God makes His plan and purpose clear in His timing. We thank Him for His faithfulness in our lives as we step into the next chapter of our journey with Him.
