Journey of Purpose : Melanie Dill: I love visitors

I had the privilege of spending the better part of 2 days with Keith and Kelly. They came to South Africa to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary. I showed them around town -some of our favorite tourist spots, talked about ministry (the ups and downs), received great encouragement, and were treated to some very nice meals that I wouldn't get to experience without their treat! I was honored and enjoyed every minute with them.

They even brought me a suitcase FULL of things on my wish-list. I was honored and so grateful!

While walking in the Company Gardens, Kelly asked me, "What do you miss most about America?" I said, "This." I went on to tell them both that I really miss people that I've known for a long time. I miss people that challenge me spiritually. I miss talking about life with people older than me, getting their perspective and gleaning wisdom. Keith is a brilliant business man and Kelly is his side-kick (along for every adventure and his greatest support). Driving in the car, Keith was just telling me about his life right now, things going on in business and in his spiritual life and I was totally encouraged. I love seeing how God is at play everywhere and how those of us living vastly different lives in totally different worlds can speak love and wisdom and encouragement into each other ... for endurance and growth and steadfastness!

Thank you Keith and Kelly!

Praying each of you reading this will take advantage of your spiritual community and glean wisdom from the Body of Christ!