I (Sarah) just can't help but think of this story as we go to our Promised Land in a few short days. As we spend these months preparing to move to Panama, there are many days when I am full of faith...but there are also moments when I am a "bad spy". The challenges seem daunting and I forget who my Father is--the One who parts the sea for us. But He is so faithful to remind me! I am confident that as we leave for Panama, He is giving us eyes of faith to see this country, these people, and how He loves them. We can't wait!

-Where will we live? There are a few different communities that we hope to see and get a feel for. We also need to make the decision with our teammates whether we should spend a few months with them out where they live (more in the jungle).

-We want to start off on the right foot--humbly, coming to learn and serve. We look forward to spending time with some of the pastors and leaders we'll be working with, and of course our teammates.

-Rosie (11 months) will be traveling with us. Could you pray with us for health and safety, especially as we go out to the jungle? And maybe an extra angel or two? :) Violet will be in Williams Lake with our families.

-Pray that this isn't just a scouting trip, but that God is working in and through us even now to plant Kingdom seeds in Panama! And remember, as you pray and join us on this adventure, you are planting seeds too!

Thank you, dear friends. Stay tuned to hear the details!

Love, Sarah and Tony, Violet and Rosie