Recently I was asked what was essential to have along for a two week trip to Hungary so I have been mulling that over a bit.
Of course, everyone has their different idea of what is absolutely necessary for a trip. So I can offer what I think is important but we all come from such different needs and experiences that it is hard to come up with that comprehensive packing list.
Overseas trips and trips within the United States are two similar scenarios yet different enough to require a bit of thinking.
What do you consider absolute essentials?
Some of the things that impact what we pack involve:
- weather forecast
- anticipated activities
- the length of time of the trip
- our accommodations
- our mode of transportation
- our dietary preferences or restrictions
- our medical needs
I am a pretty flexible traveler but here are a few of my non-negotiables:
- Q tips
- emery board
- fingernail clipper
- extra emollient night cream
- deodorant
- toothbrush/toothpaste
But even more important than what we pack to take along, I think of a few other things that important to have on any trip as well as in life:
- a sense of adventure
- flexibility
- grace
- good attitude
- effort
- love
- faith
I honestly don’t know where I would be if I didn’t have those essentials along with me. Above all, traveling throughout life without faith would really impact my journey. I just can’t imagine where I would be without knowing Jesus and God’s promises!
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. [1 John 1:9 NIV]
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” [Jeremiah 29:11 NIV]
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight. [Proverbs 3:5-6 NIV]
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. [Romans 8:28 NIV]
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. [Ephesians 2:8-9 NIV]
In the same way, the Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us through wordless groans. And he who searches our hearts knows the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God. [Romans 8:26-17 NIV]
On the way,
Liz
Photo credits to my sweet friend, Annette, who would be a blast to travel with!
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