I have been praying and seeking God about Criag and I moving back to Africa.  I am excited but nervous also.  I will miss my girls so much that it hurts! I know that they both have their own lives and will do fine without me here but it is still hard.

 I will miss going shopping for christmas presents for them, putting up a tree and watching them open them.  I will miss the dinners we have and going to the movies on weekends.  Shoe shopping!  There is nothing better than us girls going shoe shopping! I will miss hearing about thier day.  I guess I will have to make up for lost time when I come to the states to visit. But that doesnt make it any easier.

People ask me if I am excited about moving back to africa and I have a hard time answering that at times.  Yes I am excited to do what God has called us. To preach to the poor and help the needy, plant churches and reach people who have little hope.  But, excited to leave the comforts of home.  Not so much.  But especially not leaving the girls.

I know that I wouldnt be any happier not doing God's will if that makes any sense. I know that being in God's will is the best place to be for all of my family.  But, it is still hard. I consider it an honor to do what God has called out for us.   If I preach you should go and then I ignore the call what kind of example would I be to my children.  Or to anyone for that matter.  Doesnt make it easy, just makes it the right thing to do. 

So, it is bitter sweet I guess I should say.  For all those who always ask "are you excited?".  Here it is straight from my heart.   Yes and No.

   Pray for us as we prepare to seek and reach the lost, regardless the cost. 

Gena Rogers