Well, as many of you know, I am in now in Munich. I got here on Wedensday and have been enjoying the sights, sounds, conversations and smells (sometimes) of this great city. But, before I go forward, let me start in the Black forrest.
So, I never made it to Wolfach. Rather, I just set off into the forrest from a little town called Rottweil. I headed west for a six hour trek into the woods and then set to work building a shelter for the night. I learned very quickly, however, that my shelter building skills have something to be desired. It was quite cold that night, but I feel that it brought me closer to God. I was praying the whole night for safety and warmth. The next morning I shored up the sides of my ´wigwam´ and started covering the whole thing in a carpet of moss that was growing on the forrest floor. When I was done, it looked like a little green hill, so I decided to dub this structure ´Green Hill´.
It was during this time that I began to really experience God in a very real way. I was completely dependant on Him for safety, from wolves, but also the elements. It was a great time for a reconnecting of a wandering and erring child with his great and loving Father. Needless to say, it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience and I am very glad I went.
This was the short version, because we´ll need something to talk about when I get back.
Now, back to Munich! It has been good so far as I've said, but the people I've met here so far makes it all the better. Last night I met a brother in the Lord here who encouraged me very much. It was refreshing to talk with another believer again! We parted ways last night after praying together and I know that God has a plan for us both.
On another note, the food here is amazing! I've found that if one drinks Radler (a mix of lemon soda and beer) and eats Currywurst with it, it's like somebody is playing Bach in your mouth! Quite good!
I'm still safe, have enough to eat, etc. so thanks for the prayer! Keep it up, and let me know If I can pray for you. I look forward to seeing you all again! Proßt!
-Samwise of the Green Hill
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I've always wanted Bach to play in my mouth! I must try that combo of food sometime.
ReplyDeleteAlso, your Blackforest experience sounds incredible, we will definitely have to talk about when your back.
Ha, the first time I read that I thought you wrote cherrywurst. That would be interesting.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to hearing the whole forest story when you return.
Keep making memories!
Samwise Greenhill! That one may stick. I'm excited that you've been blessed so much on your trip with the presence of God in creation, culture, and fellow travelers. When you get back we should have a sam tells everyone stories retreat.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like so much fun!!!!! I love you're new name! So jealous of the noms! Love ya! stay safe and happy!
ReplyDeleteKind of funny... I've seen the whole fam the past week, except you... and I still feel lonesome for family!
ReplyDeleteThis leads me to conclude that when I feel lonesome for family, I am actually just feeling lonesome for you.
That's great Sam, I'd love to have that kind of wild out doors adventure; maybe minus the extreme cold, and wolves... so in other words: I want to go fishing.
ReplyDeleteGlad things are going well, still praying for your safety, and great experiences.
@Noah - Yeah, I totally thought it was cherrywurst too till I read your comment ;)