So here we are on the last day of our journey. We left Forrest City, AR about 8:00 this morning and arrived in Ft. Smith at 11:30. Lunch had already been arranged and was waiting for us in the Fellowship Hall at First Baptist Church.
Also previously arranged was the arrival of a very special guest, Dr. Calvin Bradford who happens to be the father of none other than our own Bro. James. Much to the surprise of Dr. Bradford, lunch and a short concert were waiting for him.
The concert consisted of four songs and both STOMP routines.
By the time we finished, a crowd of about 20 other people had gathered. Afterwards, the kids loaded the STOMP equipment back on the bus and we took off for OKC.
It was a special treat for everyone, especially James and his Dad. In the words of Dr. Bradford, “This has been a super day–not just a good day–but a super day.”
Now the bus is quiet as the kids rest for the concert at home tonight. To the world, OPERATION FREEDOM 2010 is just a memory. But, we carry with us more than a memory, because over the last 13 days we’ve witnessed the power of God at work, and our hearts have been quickened in response. All we can do is bow down in worship proclaiming, “Your grace, Lord, still amazes me!”
OUR TRIP BY THE NUMBERS:
- 10 – number of states (+ District of Columbia) visited
- 3,577 – number of miles traveled by bus
- 6 – number of facilities performed in
- 300 – number of students at facilities
- 123 – number of professions of faith
- 17 - number of times we spontaneously sang America the Beautiful
