Isaiah 43:1-3, 7, 10-13

But now, this is what the LORD says— he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: “Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze. For I am the LORD, your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior... Bring my sons from afar and my daughters from the ends of the earth—everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made.... “You are my witnesses,” declares the LORD, “and my servant whom I have chosen, so that you may know and believe me and understand that I am he. Before me no god was formed, nor will there be one after me. I, even I, am the LORD, and apart from me there is no savior. I have revealed and saved and proclaimed—I, and not some foreign god among you. You are my witnesses,” declares the LORD, “that I am God. Yes, and from ancient days I am he. No one can deliver out of my hand. When I act, who can reverse it?”
Isaiah 43:1-3, 7, 10-13

Thursday, January 26, 2006

A Day in the Life of the Marcums


I wake up about 6, in time to jump rope and shower. About 7:30, we eat breakfast with our host family, consisting usually of a variety of bread and coffee. Then I grab my bag and make the 20 minute walk to our language school. My classes last from 8:00-11:30, with a coffee break in the middle. Meanwhile, Josh gets Michaela up, fed, and plays with her until she’s ready for a nap. By the time she wakes up, it’s time for them to make the walk to Maryknoll (or catch a micro bus if they’re a little late). We trade Michaela off between classes. I check email, and then Michaela and I head home for lunch, an afternoon nap, and some study time. Josh’s classes last from 11:40-3:30. He eats his sack lunch during his break time, and checks email too. He walks home after class. We study some more in the afternoon, or possibly go shopping, or to the gym, or to run errands, or meet with our team. We eat dinner with our host family usually about 7:00, which usually consists of some kind of rice or potatoes with meat. Then it’s time for Michaela’s bath and bedtime! Josh and I steal some more reading time, or just time together, and then it’s time for bed until the next day.
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Jason said...

Hi Josh and Julie,
It is great to share in your mission to Cochabamba. We remember you in our prayers.
Love to you all,
Nicole & Jason

5:36 PM

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