Zambia Trip

I apologize for my absence. Things got a little crazy with work - so I had to let a few things go over the last month, and blogging was one of them. But, I think I am ready to get back into the saddle.

But before I tackle my topic that I planned, I wanted to share some pictures from my mission trip to Zambia, however, I am having difficulty in downloading the pictures into blogger. So that will have to wait until I check in with my technical staff...

Anyway, here is a brief list of things that I saw in Zambia...

1. I met a host of pastors that are crazy about Jesus and church planting... and work tirelessly without any or little compensation.

2. I learned that fences are really a waste of time and money - cows should be allowed to roam free.

3. I learned that a cart of Zambian farmers pulled by two oxen can get to town faster than four white Americans in a landrover with a flat tire.

4. I learned that in some places in the world the admonishment to "take care of widows and orphans" is still taken literally.

5. I learned that I really don't look very professional when I try to sing and dance in praise with the Zambians.

6. I learned to not dismiss places to eat based solely on names like "the Zig Zag" and the "Funky Monkey".

7. I learned that "Arkansas" is made fun of all over the world.

8. I joyfully learned that no one cared in Zambia if I wore velcro tennis shoes.

9. I learned that high schoolers in Zambia are bright and hopeful.

10. I learned what it means to be out of my culture, but at home with "brothers and sisters".