Day 9 Gamla

This morning we headed to the east side of the sea of Galilee. This place is called Gamla. Here a very sad war was fought. Who did battle here? Who was the traitor? What sect of people died here? History tells us a large stream of blood flowed down this mountain during a horrific battle that wiped out the whole sect of Jewish people. How long did the battle last? You guys remember this?

Day 8 Sea of galilee

After the Mt Arbel excursion, we took the bus over to the coasts of the sea of Galilee. After a lesson by the sea, we hiked this mini mountain called Aramas Toppos. Here is where they believe Jesus taught the beatitudes. After this we went to Chorazin and got to sit in Moses seat and listened to several teachings including the Jewish marriages. We then visited the birth place of two of Jesus disciples. Who were they?

Day 8 Mt Arbel part 2

Heading up Mt Arbel was very treacherous. You can see the pictures on the way up where a slip or a fall meant a sure disaster! If you kept your eyes on where you walked and where the path was, you didn't see the danger as much. If you paused on the journey and looked around, it was a very scary feeling. Doesn't it sound like a life of faith!

After we got to the top, it was such a beautiful scene looking down over the sea of Galilee and over toward the mount of the Beatitudes. It was a very refreshing time and I was sure the bus would be on top somewhere to pick us up. MMMMMM, wrong!

I think the path down on the other side of the mountain was much worse then the way up. We were literally hanging onto steel handles attached to the rocky mountain stones as we tip toed our way down. These pictures don't do justice, perhaps i can get some video on by next week.

Day 8 Mt Arbel

Our first day by the sea of Galilee. We got up early like usual and headed for (I don't know, grab 4 bottles for the hike)! Well, by now we are trained to have faith in our Guide. We were dropped off at the base of this steep mountain where a nice valley runs between two huge rock mountains. I remember thinking at last an easier day as we started up the nice trail in the valley. Well, I had a surprise when we suddenly turned left and up instead of walking the valley.
Thought:) The scenery is always most beautiful when you can stand on top and look out over the whole scene. Don't forget that to get on the mountain, you have to climb up!!! Many times we are in a tough valley and want to give up, we can't see too far ahead. Because of the valley, we can't see ahead too far and feel so lonely and in despair. Here is where our faith in Christ is strengthened! Once our lesson has been learned and our views have been changed we suddenly find ourselves on top of the mountain rejoicing with deeper faith! Once we view it from the top (God's Perspective)it really is most beautiful! And we find our JOY is bursting for the love from God! He really is a Father to those who trust him!

Day 7 Galilee

We headed to the top of this mountain which is believed to be the place where Lot and Abraham separated. Next we roam into this cave and listened to the story of the birth of Jesus Christ the Messiah.

Day 6 Heading toward the sea of Galilee

After the dead sea scrolls we headed north. Outside of Jericho we made a stop to view some farm land. Any lessons out here? It looks like Rod is seeing some great promise as his eyes are fixed to the south! Its been about 5 month since we had a wonderful trip. I get a few emails here and there but it seems most of the people have dropped off the trail somewhere! There is no salvation by staying in touch, smiles....but its very nice to hear from those we walked together with. Share your heart and touch those around you!
May the Word of the Lord give you some courage. The reward is not for the workers, its not for those that labor in the flesh. The reward is for those who put their complete trust in the Lord Jesus Christ and continue to do so till the end! Its so easy to put trust in man or things of this earth. The current economic conditions in America have caused many to fear the future. May we be reminded that our economy is out of this world! If we trust what we see, then have we great tribulations! My friends, don't fall in the trap from the enemy and focus on situations! Remember the word of God in Deut 8, I have brought you out of Egypt, why, so you may learn that man does not live by bread alone! We live abundantly by the Spirit of God! Our life is a journey of faith, not a culture of good ideas. Our lives have been reconnected to God Almighty by the atonement of Jesus the Messiah. Sin had separated us from him, rejoice for now we are back in fellowship with him! Rejoice not that the spirits are subject to us, but rejoice for the fact that our names are written in the book of Jesus Christ the Messiah! We are bought with a great price!!!!! Glorify God for he has saved us from sin because we put our trust in his SON!!! Jesus completed the plan! BELIEVE HIM! TRUST HIM! He is our deliverance!! Bless God forevermore!

Day 6 Qumran

Another morning of hurry, eat breakfast we're going to the beach! Ah, not so fast!! We walk down the street and meet by the dead sea and this lonely tree. Who am I? Where am I found in the Bible? What lesson am I for these people? After this tree/beach experience we headed for Qumran. Another nice climb what happened here? This cave picture from Spencer gives a wonderful story for God's people!