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Israel the most Amazing Trip! Day 2 Journal Entry

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12/29/09  Day 2 What a long flight!  My ankles look like – well – huge. All good – and worth it. Duke and Carlene Westover of Ducar Tours met our group at Tel Aviv.   Ido, a 7th generation Israeli and archeologist, is our guide. As we rode along the way to Tiberius (2 1/2 hours), Ido pointed out Mt. Carmel.  This is where the prophets challenged Elijah to a dual of gods (I Kings 18: 16-46)…..  but There is No God like Jehovah! Our hotel overlooks the Sea of Galilee. I’m looking forward to reading my Bible on the balcony tomorrow. Father, your holiness and your kindness take me back.  Thank you for your goodness to me. I can’t help but think of all those I know who love you so much and would love to visit this land where time began.  Lord, please help me not to miss what you’ve entrusted to me with this opportunity.

Israel – the most amazing trip! Day 1 Journal Entry

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The first week of the new year and the new decade, I spent in Israel.  This was my first time to visit the Holy Land.  I am so thankful to the Lord for this amazing opportunity. 12 -28 -09   (Day 1) My adventure begins!  Thanks to my wonderful parents and a Lord who answers prayers, I’m in Richmond, Virginia ready to board a plane to NYC and on to Israel.  This is a dream come true.  My heart is filled with great expectations! I’m praying that the Lord will teach me- convict me – and use me.  Last night I was so excited about going on a trip where I don’t have any responsibilities – not in charge – no roommates – nothing to plan — I was having an “All about ME” moment or two.  In the early morning, Jesus reminded me that it is becasue of Him that I’m on this trip. My time is not my own and this trip is not all about me. Lord – you know I’m a selfish …