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"What should I bring to Africa?"The answer I got to that question at 31 years old was "Whatever makes you feel at home." Having lived in the southern United States, I had no idea what to pack. Once I arrived in Africa, I adjusted quickly to the various places I lived. "Home" became more of a state of mind than a physical location or set of things.Some of my most unique experiences happened because I said yes to adventuring half-way around the globe:Waking in the middle of the night to find the house invaded by army ants;Realizing I was the only white person on a very full bus and feeling comfortable with that;Meeting someone at a shop and ending up in their home having breakfast;Spending an afternoon at the Sudanese ambassador's house;Enjoying sheep intestines while thinking it is macaroni.This is but a small fraction of the story, for Sudan was fuller, richer, more changeable, unpredictable, and fascinating than I expected. The people are gracious, forgiving, and hospitable. The tastes, sights, and sounds reflect a vibrant, determined, and joyful richness that overcomes poverty and significant difficulties. I was challenged and encouraged while learning great patience and the value of perseverance. This story bears my immense gratitude, especially to the Sudanese, who have taught me so much.

Leoma Gilley has been a member of Wycliffe Bible Translators and SIL International for over 30 years. She has a deep reverence for the Bible and a desire to pray in more effective ways. During an Ash Wednesday service, many areas for confession were mentioned. It seems more reflection was needed. These prayers are the result of those reflections.

What does God think of me? What do I think of God? When times are tough and I feel all alone, what is the message God most wants me to hear? As I let the Scriptures speak to my heart, I found that message to be one of extravagant love. God wanted to take away my shame, my insecurities, and replace the negatives with gracious assurance and godly pride. In these dialogues with God, you can see how God met me and also guided me through the Scriptures. You too can meet God and discover how God thinks of you. I believe you will be pleasantly surprised by love. Leoma Gilley served in Africa with Wycliffe Bible Translators and SIL International for over 30 years. She was going through a challenging time when this book was written. Her practice of lectio divina and conversations with God brought deep healing and assurance of the love of the Father. Leoma lives in Knoxville, Tennessee, and continues to seek ways to serve God and others through her writing and daily activities. She can be reached through her website: http: //www.leomasbooks.com/contact.html.

Leoma Gilley has been a member of Wycliffe Bible Translators and SIL International for over 30 years. She has a deep reverence for the Bible and a desire to pray in more effective ways. During an Ash Wednesday service, many areas for confession were mentioned. It seems more reflection was needed. These prayers are the result of those reflections.