The Lord had said to Abram, “Go from your country, your people and your father’s household to the land I will show you.

In a small way, I can relate to Abram’s experience. God came to him and told him to go to the land God would show him. In other words, get going and I will show you along the way with no advanced notice of how to plan.

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In March 2000, the Lord led me to on the beginning of what would become an adventure I love.

I had been to Romania three times to teach in Conversational English Language Camps through my church. Because of those trips, I began to volunteer to help people learn English.

I often think of the quote from Bilbo Baggins in Lord of the Rings:

“It’s a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don’t keep your feet, there’s no knowing where you might be swept off to.”

20 years ago, I was swept off to an adventure that continues to this day. It has been a rewarding adventure for me.

20 years ago, I had no idea of the people I would meet teaching English and in ministry. The Lord has blessed me to know people from many different countries and cultures.

20 years ago, I did not know young people from different countries would call me their American dad.

20 years ago, I did not know I would go on ministry trips to Brazil and Mexico and learn Portuguese and Spanish.

I am so thankful for what Jesus has done in my life for the past 20 years. I look forward to more years of following his voice and discovering the adventures he has for me.

Following Jesus is the best adventure a person can go on.

Thank you for reading. God Bless.

29 responses to “A 20 Year Anniversary”

  1. Following Jesus is our best path He guides us in a loving adventure. Congratulations on your 20 years of ministry trips!

    1. Amen he is definitely our best path.
      Thank you 🤗

  2. I’m so happy for you 🙂
    I’m sure you have had a lovely adventure during these 2 decades.
    Wishing you success and grace in your ministry 🙂

    1. Thank you little sister 🤗

  3. That’s awesome. And I love how you said “along the way”. We don’t see every step in advance, but as we go along He lights our path.

    1. I am glad I didn’t see every step in advance 🤗

  4. Congratulations! I am thankful to God for you. You are indeed a father to many♥️

    1. Thank you little sister ❤️🤗❤️

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    It’s amazing where He takes us! Congratulations on twenty years! May the blessings continue! ☺

    1. Thank you little sister. Blessings ❤️🤗❤️

  6. Awesome, it is good to have great memories to think about…. Congrats

    1. Thank you little sister 🙂

  7. Happy 20 year anniversary big brother! May God continue to use you to touch lives! 🎉🤗🎉

    1. Thank you little sister. ❤️🤗❤️
      How are you?

      1. Doing good! How’s your day?

  8. Awesome Matt! You have experienced an incredible journey. Best wishes for the adventures yet to come. God’s peace!

    1. Thank you it has been fun 😀

  9. Adventure is on my mind too. I found your theme song. Lol. I’ll share this music post sometime soon. (I think. I can never be sure of that.) I also wrote a poem last night that starts with “Adventure called…” So yep, we are on the same page.

    1. A fun adventure for you would be me and your husband cooking in your kitchen 😂

      1. Lol… Oh that would be an adventure alright. There’s always a little risk and trust in an adventure, right? 😃

  10. Praise the Lord. Happy anniversary! The Lord is directing your path to great things.

    1. Thank you little sister. Blessings 🙂

  11. Wow. Happy 20th year anniversary big bro. It really pays to serve Jesus and follow His leading. 💃

    1. Thank you little sister. How are you?

      1. You are welcome big bro.🤗

        Good 😊
        How has been the day?

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