Jeremiah 18:4 declares, "And the vessel that he made of clay was marred in the hand of the potter; so he made it again into another vessel, as it seemed good to the potter to make."
This verse has always spoken to me, because I am that marred piece of clay...the one who has tried to wrestle myself from the hands of my Maker, my Master. I thank God daily that He is patient and longsuffering to extend His grace and mercy towards me by placing me back on His potter's wheel. Though I am broken and cracked at times, my God works His hands over me to re-shape me, smoothing out my rough edges, and repairing my cracks. Many times the Lord must look down from Heaven upon me & say there goes my lil' crackpot. I thank the Lord that He has a sense of humor!
I have been in Korea going on a week, and everyday has been a group of new experiences. My only wish is that my family could be here with me. Seoul is a very technology driven, plugged in city with over 12 million residents. The people are extremely friendly, but very driven. The city has all the beauty of NY City, but with the charm & friendliness of a small town. It is a great mixture of ancient and modern.
I will attempt to use this forum to share my experiences here as I serve as the Command Chaplain for a great group of Soldiers with SOCKOR (Special Operations Command Korea). I covet your prayers for me, my family, and my church family @ New Hebron Baptist. Please feel free to communicate with me via this medium, on Facebook, or at my e-mail: srevjds@gmail.com. I will do my best to return all messages. There will be times where I am out of pocket, but I will get back with you as best I can.
Beginning this SUN, I will be going into the field for exercises that will run 1 week, so I will be out of pocket during this time.
I miss and love my family! I thank God for His strength and love! Pro Deo Et Patria!
A Fellow Pilgrim,
Joe
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