Spurgeon's advice for a Christ-centered vacation:

The best kind of vacation involves a restorative encounter with Jesus

What is your plan for communion with God during your vacation? Charles Spurgeon often visited the coast of France for rest and healing.

He wrote:

Go forth, beloved, and talk with Jesus on the beach, for He oft resorted to the sea-shore. Commune with Him amid the olive-groves so dear to Him in many a night of wrestling prayer. If ever there was a country in which men should see traces of Jesus, next to the Holy Land, this Riviera [Mentone] is the favoured spot. It is a land of vines, and figs, and olives, and palms; I have called it “Thy land, O Immanuel.” While in this Mentone, I often fancy that I am looking at the foot of the Mount of Olives, or peering into the mysterious gloom of the Garden of Gethsemane. The narrow streets of the old town are such as Jesus traversed, these villages are such as He inhabited. Have your hearts right with Him, and He will visit you often, until every day you shall walk with God, as Enoch did, and so turn week-days into Sabbaths, meals into sacraments, homes into temples, and earth into heaven. So be it with us! Amen.

My Dubai Adventure 

So, I finally got my ticket to Dubai for a week-long holiday, and I couldn't be more excited! The excitement was amazing, and I extremely enjoyed the packing process—a vital part of any trip. My packing list includes a summer hat to protect my skin from the sun, a lovely cotton dress to keep things light and airy, and a comfortable blue light t-shirt for socializing. Of course, I packed my usual flip-flops, high-SPF sunscreen to protect my skin, trendy sunglasses, gorgeous sandals for a great evening out, and shoes for exploring the city, My Bible, jotter, and "New Life Discipleship" were not forgotten, nor was the gospel tract "Eternity," which I had meant to put in my hotel room. As the travel date approached, my excitement grew. However, I would be lying if I said I was completely prepared for what lay ahead. While I had heard about Dubai's heat, experiencing it firsthand was a shock. The temperature skyrocketed! I didn't regret going, but I .underestimated how hot it would be.....read more

A few years ago, my husband and I had the honor of taking our four kids—two boys (Emmanuel 16 and Dominic 9) and two girls (Mary 17 and Gertrude 13)—to the Eastern region of Ghana, where we spent time preaching the gospel and assisting those in need. It may be exciting and stressful to plan a mission trip with children, particularly when it comes to packing. For our family to stay comfortable, preparation is essential. In this article, I'll share the packing list we found most useful for our mission, focusing on the basics that kept us well-prepared and focused on our goals for the trip. Whether you're planning a similar trip with your family or simply looking for ideas for a family vacation, this list is intended to ensure a memorable and meaningful experience for everybody involved.....read more