I've recently surrendered to the call to be a Chaplain in the United States Army. Though it was a very difficult decision to leave my church, I knew I had to follow the Lord in whatever He asked of me. My church has been a huge blessing to me and my family over the last 6 and a half years and it would be very easy to stay. I know the road ahead will be difficult at times, but I also know the only place to be is where the Lord wants you.
In just 10 weeks I will be headed off to the Chaplain Officer's Basic Leadership Course where I will begin my new adventure. After three months of training, we will move far from family and friends. I am beginning to feel at least some of what Abraham must have felt when God told him to leave his country, his people and his father's household and go to the land God would show him (Genesis 12:1). I know where I am going, I just don't know what it will be like when I get there. But, it's exciting to walk by faith!
As I begin to prepare for this, I pray God will give me and my wife guidance for all we need to accomplish before I leave, as well as strength and peace for my church family. We are all walking by faith, knowing that God has a new man who will take my place. I know this is difficult for my church family, but I also know their hearts are open to whatever the Lord desires for all of us. I look forward to what God has in store for everyone involved, and one thing I do know - God is in control!
2 comments:
Hey Dad,
I just want to let you know what an example you have always set for me. Your courage to walk by faith and love everyone around you has taught me so much over the years. I am very proud to have you as my encouragement,my teacher, my father and my hero. You are a true inspiration and leader to not only me, but everyone you know and love.
I love you so so much dad and I thank God that I fall more and more in love with you and your character every day! I am the most blessed girl in the world to have you as my father and to have a father of such wisdom and integrity.
I love you,
Whitney
CH Kevin,
It is good learning of more people that will be at CHBOLC. Less than three weeks and we will all meet. I'll be praying for you and your family as the journey begins and continues. I look forward to seeing you soon.
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