King David reminds us in Psalm 23:3 that the Lord our Shepherd, restores our souls and leads us in paths of righteousness for his names sake. You will find as you peruse the pages of `My Emmaus¿ that this restoration and encouragement of our souls is a continual process. It begins with the grace and mercy of a loving savior chasing us down with the provision found on his cross and in his resurrection. Then it continues throughout a life-time of obedience and missteps as he provides the water that quenches our thirst. Jesus is the original `Son of Encouragement¿. The disciples on the road to Emmaus came to that realization when their eyes were opened to his abiding presence. Just as Jesus came along-side the two downtrodden disciples on the road to Emmaus, so too will he come alongside each of us turning our smoldering ember hearts into flames of fire. The chapters in this book relate events in my life where a loving Heavenly Father miraculously intervened. Fasting for children, the American adventure of a Muslim teenager, intercession experiences, crazy spiritual warfare, and finding a godly wife are just a sampling of what awaits you. Altogether it is one amazing story. As you read `My Emmaus¿ may the water of God, Christ the living word, wash over you removing all hindrances of sight, and create within you a greater hunger for more of him. I hope that you enjoy your journey through these practical pages and that in doing so you find divine restoration in the presence of God.