I'm back home. Got home Friday. Great to be home. Really great. My 2 weeks @ Bethel were simply amazing -- I am learning more about myself, the Bible, and God than I could have ever imagined were possible. I'm also learning to let go...

Last week Wednesday we had chapel. I always hesitate going to chapel; it is much easier to grab a coffee and sit around chatting than to go. But I have learned very quickly there is something amazing about a room of highly paid religious professionals singing and praying together that is moving. Last Wednesday, we were in the Bethel U. art gallery. Dim lighting, small stage, great atmosphere. During the intensives, I learned a song called "Mighty to Save". It really struck a nerve for me...On Wednesday, I found myself in tears as the song began. I do not cry. Ever. Ask Kari. This song, the words, the fact that I was surrounded by friends and in a place where I felt like I could truly let go for a bit...it was too much. I spent the entire chapel time unable to sing, just letting the music and lyrics wash over me, and feeling the presence of Jesus close. And it felt good. Amazing, to be honest. What a joy, what an honor...

My hope is that you can find time to let go, to feel, to feel close to Him today.