Going to South Korea was the toughest thing I have ever had to do. It was tough leaving home and the flight over was long. Ever stop I was thinking, "ok, how can I back out of this." I think the point of no return was the plane flight from San Francisco to Seoul. Once I got on that, then there would be no turning back. God really provided lots of grace and mercy for me on the way over. Although it was difficult and long, it wasn't unbearable either. I got in to Incheon International airport about 20 hours after I had left Springfield, MO. That night, I got a chance to see the school I would be teaching in and they took me to my studio apartment. I was very tired and just went right to sleep.
My first night in Seoul was tough but God uses these things to strengthen us so He can use us for His purposes. I think the thing that really sustained me was the prayers of others. Thanks mom and dad!
For His Glory
Eric