Wherever We Land

There was a time when we used to sit around and dream up bucket list destinations—places like the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, or the beaches of the Pacific Northwest. We’d flip through travel books, scroll through maps, and mark the places we wanted to one day pitch our tent or park our van. But lately, something has shifted in our hearts.

It’s no longer so much about where we want to go. It’s about where the Lord wants us to go.

We’ve begun to see that our camping trips aren’t just vacations—they’re assignments. They’re opportunities to be used by God, to walk among His creation and carry His light into whatever corner of the wilderness He leads us. Whether it’s a forest trail in a quiet state park, a tucked-away fishing spot near a mountain lake, or a rustic site in a town we’ve never heard of before—we now ask, Lord, is this where You want us to go?

When we let go of our personal itinerary and give it to God, He writes something even more beautiful. We’ve found ourselves in places where conversations have started naturally with fellow campers—about life, faith, and God’s goodness. Sometimes it’s just a smile or a helping hand setting up a tent. Other times, it’s been deeper—a chance to share a Bible verse, to pray with someone, or to simply let our lifestyle speak the truth of who Jesus is.

Camping has become a form of ministry for us.

The trees, the rivers, the night skies—they’re all backdrops to something greater: spreading God’s biblical principles through simple, everyday living. We’ve learned to ask: *Is there someone here who needs hope? Is there a heart You’ve prepared, Lord?* And we trust that when He sends us, He’s already at work ahead of us.

So while we still enjoy exploring new places and admiring the beauty of different landscapes, our prayer has changed. Now it sounds something like this:

“Father, lead us to the campground, the forest, the trail, or the town where Your presence is needed. Let our journey not be for our own glory or adventure, but for Your purpose. Use our campfire stories, our YouTube videos, our smiles, and our footsteps to reflect the truth of Your Word.”

We may not always know the full reason we’re being called to a certain place, but we’ve learned that obedience opens doors we could never plan for on our own.

So wherever we land, we’re ready—not just with our tent and gear, but with open hearts, listening ears, and a willingness to follow the One who guides our every step.

After all, the greatest destination isn’t a spot on the map—it’s being right where God wants us to be.

Hallelujah and amen.