Best reason ever to stay up late!

Last night I got to Skype into the Southwestern Medical Clinic provider worship and give an update to all my partners in Michigan.  It was a great time to hear everyone...and to see you all across the room.  For those not familiar, Southwestern Medical Clinic was started by a few surgeons in the 1960's with the express interest to have a place for people to train and go overseas but have a base to come home to for medical practice.  It has grown into over 70 providers with about 12 overseas full-time and many going on short term trips and everyone supporting many missionaries.  Some of the founding members were roommates/contemporaries with Nate Saint and Jim Elliott.  To be a part of that legacy is amazing.  Last night I felt the incredible support behind me.  It is a privilege to be the arm between two continents to help connect the body of Christ.  I truly felt how connected the Church is to one another no matter physical distance.  Never minimize your role in His Kingdom no matter your location!