Not Yet...

I've been praying and thinking about Russia a lot in the past week. Through meeting with my missions pastor I've decided that this summer I should focus on paying off my debt. I'm still desiring to spend two weeks on a mission trip of some sort, but it seems wise to wait to spend an entire summer in Russia until my finances are in better order.

Another ?

How does spending my summer in Russia impact getting out of debt by September 2010?

In other words... is it wise to go to Russia and lose a summer where I could potentially make more money to get out of debt quicker?  How do these two things work together?

I'm asking God "Am I trying to make this Russia trip happen or is it You placing it in my heart?"  If it's me then I want to stay in the States serving Him here and wait for Russia.  I want it in His timing....

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Different Framework

Last time I worked 60 hours a week my life was a mess. All I did was work and I basically had no deep connection with either God or my friends. Now, I've realized that I need to work about 10-12 hours more each week (about 50 hours a week) This will either be accomplished at my current position or more likely a second job. I've realized that the relationships God has blessed me with has helped make me who I am today. I'm willing to give up most of my Saturdays (mostly afternoons anyway), but not at the expense of my close relationships. So my "whatever it takes to get out of debt" is limited by how it will impact my relationships. I wouldn't have it any other way.

The Little Things

I've been impressed about how the much I take little things for granted.  I burnt my right palm yesterday while cleaning the flat grill at work.  Now I have a huge blister on it and it makes work challenging.  I now realize all the things I can't do as well.  Please pray for no infection and that it will heal quickly.  It seems so simple.

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Mentor cont.

I've been praying about finding an older and wiser mentor since Sept 24th.  I wrote a letter tonight to my potential mentor and dropped it off at the post office.  Please pray for wisdom for this man and for me.  This is huge request and could have tremendous benefits for both of us.  Thanks for your prayers! :o)!

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Airplane and Helicopter ride

Wow!  This weekend was so relaxing and enjoyable.  Saturday I was able to get my laundry done, read some of As Iron Sharpens Iron by Howard Hendricks, listen to a few sermons and journal a lot.

To top my weekend off I was was able to ride in a missionary Airplane and Helicopter.  The best part was the Helicopter because I was able to sit in the front.  We were going 110 MPH and when you are flying it doesn't seem that fast.  It was amazing though to see exactly the kind of airplanes etc that they use to land in the jungle.  Needless to say, it was an exciting adventure! :o)!

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