November 22nd, 2010 by Kim

Not the Middle East, but for all of us living here in Slovakia those words, “The East”, mean the east of Slovakia. A place I LOVE to visit. Why? The people. People in the East are generally friendlier. Not to say that there are not friendly people in central Slovakia, but there is something about the people in the East that is inviting and warm and pleasant. That makes it a place I love to visit.

Today, I go by train to a city called Presov for a long overdue visit to a co-worker’s house, Maruska. She has invited me several times to visit her and speak to her small groups of young women on the topic of purity and value. Finally we have found a time and I so look forward to being with these young women. Maruska too is excited and has been busy getting the word out about my visit. So far we have 65 young women who have committed to coming! I’m a bit nervous about that, but that makes me just rely more on God’s Spirit to give me the right words for these ladies.

I’ll have about 3 hours on the train to do last minute preparation and gather my thoughts (in silence). I did our grocery shopping yesterday, so there is plenty of food in our house. I made lists for Zac and the kids, the laundry’s done (no one has to worry about clean clothes) the house is relatively clean…so my mind is at peace and ready to be away for a few days.

It’s a good feeling when you feel God speaking through you, giving you words that will give life to others. I’m so thankful for the opportunity!