Tomorrow, Corey, Taylor and I will pack up and head home after a week here at Lipscomb. I’ve had a blast hanging out with these two guys and I’m thankful to count them as fellow ministers and dear friends. This week wouldn’t have been nearly as much fun without them.
But as much as I’ve enjoyed this week here, I miss being at home. More specifically, I’m missing my family. I miss seeing Joshua’s smile light up the room. I miss playing with Abby Kate’s curls. I miss the look on my wife’s face when she’s watching our children play. I miss her laughter and her warmth. I miss waking up to a chorus of “Daddy”s. I miss dinner time. I miss bath night. Even the hour I spent with my family last night only fueled my desire to be with them even more.
I’m reminded tonight that I’m longing for home in more ways than one. I’m longing to be with the One who knew me before I was. My soul yearns for Jesus to return and renew all things. I want so desperately to be with my God and my loved ones that are already with Him. And though my ticket’s already punched for that great homecoming, it’s the living in the not yet that’s sometimes difficult. I guess that’s why they call it faith.
And the name of the city from that time on will be: The LORD is there. — Ezekiel 48:35
already & not yet 
Hey man, this has been a great week. I’ve really enjoyed this time with you & Tayor. It’s been refreshing. At the same time, i know we’re all ready to get home. Well, except for Taylor. Taylor? Where’s Taylor? Ready to go yet? …..Maybe he’ll be ready soon.
Thanks, man. I’ve enjoyed our week together. So many inside jokes. I like Gideon, too. Maybe we can laugh together about Gideon and Flo while we’re waiting for Taylor to pack up. 4%….
Has anyone seen Jason or Corey? Is that them over there with Nana?Thanks for the good times guys. Thanks to Corey for driving us up here (maybe I should be thanking God instead)! Thanks to Jason for all his encouraging words over the weekend. I really do feel better about myself, well except for my vocabulary.Really guys, it’s been fun. Your friendship has been one of the best parts of working at Mayfair!
I’ve laughed more this week than in a really long time, guys…my sides are literally hurting right now!
I think this week has been an exercise in composure. I don’t know how we’ve kept it together in class.