Retreat and Return to USA

I had a great final week in Bangkok, and the highlight was our young leaders group weekend retreat. We spent one night at the Baptist camp in Pattaya and one night at a guesthouse on the island across the bay. It was a blessing to catch up with the guys I knew and to meet all the new guys God has brought into the group.

We had 25 guys on the trip. Just incredible when you think that we started this group with 3 guys a year and a half ago. God is good!



This is our worship gathering on Saturday morning at the camp. I taught three times during the retreat on the subjects of the world, the flesh, and personal holiness.



After the morning session, we took the ferry to our island quarters. We had a beautiful spot right on the sea with great views and fresh seafood.



Part of the package deal for our room was a snorkeling boat trip. It was great fun until one of the guys stepped on a sea urchin! But more on that later :)



Sunday morning I am teaching on the subject of personal holiness and how knowing what God has done for you in Christ can motivate you to live for Him. John, who is studying in America, joined us via iphone. (which you can see on the floor) Technology is amazing.



On the ferry crossing back, Bat led worship for all the passengers. We may have been the only ones singing, but I think the other tourists still appreciated some Sunday morning song.



We closed the camp with a final session together in the afternoon. At the end, we took communion together.



It was a great retreat and a great visit to Thailand overall. Thanks to all who have been praying for me throughout this trip. Now I am back in the States to continue my counseling program at Grace College. Please join with me in praying for Thailand, Immanuel Baptist Church, and the young leaders group.