MY PACKING LIST

Recently I have been reading a book in preperation for this Mission trip. Now those who know me know that I do not get excited over involved in any book, but this one has caught my attention and kept me reading on. Now mind you it is on a subject manner that I am very interested on.

The book is called HOW TO GET READY FOR SHORT-TERM MISSIONS, the ultimate guide for sponsors, parents and THOSE WHO GO!
by Anne-Geri' Fann & Greg Taylor
isbn #: 1-4185-0977-9

I recommend highly for anyone going on any type of mission trip to read this book. I have found it very insightful and helpful in my preperation for my mission trip to Peru that is coming up in August.

In this post I want to mostly reflect on one paticular section of the book which is pages 60 and 61. These two pages are entitled My Packing List.

It starts out here saying the following:

"It's easy to get excited about a trip you begin packing everything you think you might possibly need. Many things are necessary, but not all things are prudent-and I'm not just talking about underwear and batteries here. You also need to pack in a spiritual way."

So here is there list for you to ponder over and to pray about for todays devotions.

A towel (humility): For remembering to graciously accept hospitality

A broken watch(deliberateness): So I won't be in a hurry all the time, paticularly when I'm talking to people.

My Bible (transformation): To discipline myself to read daily from God's Word, memorize passages, and grow like Jesus-in wisdom, stature, favor with God, and favor with humans.

Crayons(creativity): So I won't sit around waiting to be entertained.

Gifts(generosity): To give the families I came to serve. (Note:First ask mission leader for appropiate gift suggestions)

Journal(dicernment): To keep a record of the incredible things I see and hear.

Magnifying Glass(healthy curiosity): For asking questions about things I'm uncomfortable with or don't fully understand, especially how or why a missionary is doing something. So I'll take an interest in my surroundings and enjoy the differences I observe.

A Mirror(respect): As a reminder to heed my appearance and conduct (e.g. what I wear, whom I talk to, and who I can touch or hug).

So this enough for today and I will continue with the second half of this list tomorrow.

So until then God Bless