siam reap.

If you've only ever been to Angkor Wat, you have yet to see Cambodia. Despite bringing in enough money to support the entire country, it's been privatized in a 99 year contract. The result? The money is there, but not going where it's needed. However, politics aside, it is absolutely beautiful. I think the stark contrast between it's clean, green, manicured landscapes and the rest of Cambodia (Poipet in particular) makes this pocket oasis seem all the more unbelievable.

So, if you're interested in seeing over a hundred pictures of old buildings, us climbing old things, us with old rocks, old trees and old wats, feel free to check out Stephanie & my Facebook photo albums-- otherwise, here are a couple of my favorites :)

(Viewing Tip: You can always click on the pictures if you're on my blog to enlarge them!)

[Angkor Wat- over 1,000 years old and one of the 7 Ancient Wonders of the World]

[The Banyon] 

[At Ta Prohm] 

[Ta Prohm was where they filmed part of "Tomb Raider"!] 

[Leaving Cambodia... lookin' like tourists!]

God was so gracious to provide us (through the generosity of our Church family) the extra funds needed for this visa run. It was a necessary trip, but God also used it to open our eyes to so many things... Steph and I are still struggling to fully process and articulate everything that happened while we were there, but it really was a God-orchestrated time. For all of you who partner with us in prayer and financially, thank you! Your support encourages, challenges and spurs us on in our faith and ministry.