The Riddle's are Nigeria Bound

My dear friend (and little sis I never had) Katie and her husband Nick, leave tomorrow for Egbe, Nigeria.

It's hard to say goodbye but it makes it so much easier when you know that they are excited for this journey and decided for themselves to make this move across the world. 

Through the SIM program, they will be working and worshiping for the next two years.  

It is impossible to put into words how proud I am of them for pouring their heart, soul and life into this new adventure.  To give up everything they have here in America to go to Africa, share themselves, and follow HIM is so selfless and admirable.  To quote Nick, "Stepping out in faith into a new life is very sobering, but at the same time the most rewarding and exciting experience we have ever been a part of."

Katie and Nick at Nick's brother's wedding (Nick is a triplet!)

Will you, with me, everyday, say a prayer for these two very special and precious individuals?

Will you, with me, everyday, say a prayer for their families who will miss them dearly.  (Nick and Katie come from two of the closest, move loving families which I am sure that saying goodbye tomorrow will be the hardest things they have ever done. ) 

I will definitely be keeping you up-to-date on all Katie and Nick's adventures, but if you would like to follow them yourself, check out their blog:

Riddles Swept Away

Katie and Nick at our wedding

The scripture this morning from my daily devotional read, "And you yourself must be an example to them by doing good works of every kind.  Let everything you do reflect the integrity and seriousness of your teaching." - Titus 2:7. 

Immediately my thoughts went to Katie and Nick.  It is so much easier to tell someone what to do than it is to lead by example.  Modeling your beliefs is so much more impactful and makes the value ingrained deeper in all who see this example.  Set the example and let all you do reflect HIM.  

Katie and Nick are my example.  

I love you guys and only wish you the best over the next two years.  

The countdown is on until we see you again....only 731 days :)