One of the things that I have done since I began travelling internationally is a time of prayer and commissioning before I leave.  Tonight I was joined by a dozen or so of my closest prayer supporters.  Several scripture passages were given to me during this time.   They included Jeremiah 33:3 and Philippians 4:8-9 among others.   The key theme of each passage and the words that were spoken to me was the Lord’s promise to be with me,  His direction to follow Him in obedience and the promise of His Spirit working through me.  A word was also given about a stubborn spirit in those I would be speaking to and the need to pray for open doors and effective doors.

The group then anointed my head with oil and spent 20 minutes laying hands upon me and praying for me as the Lord led.   This was such a special time and their prayers echoed the longings of my soul.   When it was finished one of the intercessors shared a vision she had while praying for me of Holy fire surrounding my entire person.

We ended our time by sharing a pan of brownies that Collin had baked this afternoon with the words “Goodbye Dad” written on the top.