Sunday, February 19, 2023

THE ADVENTURE CONTINUES - JANUARY 2023

2-20-23 Monday  87:38 AM (Istanbul Turkey Time) - "AIR MOBILE" on the ground in Turkey - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


SEARCHING FOR THE "ROAD" IN...


Yesterday, Sam and I drove to 2 critical locations (Camp K & Camp A) seeking the best places to deploy the Air Mobile Rescuers.


Here's our video while "On the Road" -  


Sam and I PRAYED for our Lord to direct our steps!  After arriving at Camp A (Adiyaman) we saw "World Central Kitchen".  



There we met Beriven, the contact we were seeking (USAID)!  


Beriven had the exact phone numbers we needed!

PRAISE GOD!  



Here's how this incredible story unfolded.


Folks, getting to the Turkey - Syrian Border is a long and complicated road.  We are finding our way there!


Today, we'll be reaching out to USAID to gain the critical information we need to proceed further.


PLEASE PRAY with us that we reach our destination!!


And...THANK YOUR precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe 



2-19-23 Sunday  8:35 AM (Istanbul Turkey Time) - "AIR MOBILE" on the ground in Turkey - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


BACK TO "ZERO"... STILL SHAKING & HAPPY BIRTHDAY CINDY!


First of all, Happy Birthday my dear Cindy!  

Wish I could be there with you.  

LOVE YOU SWEETHEART!

Meanwhile, our good friend, Doug Rodante returned to the U.S. yesterday.  It's been a great blessing to have Doug with us.


Doug has traveled around the world numerous times with Air Mobile.  Doug is a great pilot, photo journalist & amazing Water Mule.


Before dropping Doug at the Adana Airport, we met with Jose Esquer, water engineer for Operation Blessing.


Operation Blessing is setting up another Base near another Ground Zero and we discussed the local water situation.  


We also discussed the planning and strategy to place Air Mobile Rescuers where most needed.  


We so appreciate Operation Blessing and their great work around the world in 80 countries.


Today, Sam and I will be traveling to Adi-Yaman & Kahramanmaras where we will be meeting with USAID & other Relief Organizations.


We still have 10 Air Mobile Rescuers to strategically place where folks need CLEAN WATER!


WATER BORNE DISEASE, such as Cholera & Typhoid is beginning to show it's ugly head.  We are in a race against time! 


Here's more - CLAIM OF "CHOLERA EPIDEMIC IN EARTHQUAKE "ZONE


Traveling into these zones is very dangerous, as nearly 5000 AFTER-SHOCKS have occurred and still SHAKING.  This whole area is EXTREMELY VOLATILE!


Tragically, the DEATH TOLL has passed 50,000 and still climbing!


PLEASE PRAY that we are directed very precisely in placing all of these Air Mobile Rescuers!


THANK YOU, as always, for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe  


2-18-23 Saturday  6:58 AM (Istanbul Turkey Time) - "AIR MOBILE" on the ground in Turkey - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


RECHARGE....


After 9 straight days, running at nearly 100mph every day...it was time for a "Day of Rest".  


Our team was exhausted, both physically and emotionally.  We needed this rest.


Yesterday, Dr. Aaron returned to the U.S.  What an amazing friend and great Water Mule.  THANK YOU AARON!


While resting at our Base Camp in Adana (on the edge of the earthquake disaster zone), I did a quick Zoom interview with WBIR in Knoxville.


Here it is:  WBIR INTERVIEWS JOE HURSTON


With our "batteries" recharged (both literally and figuratively), it's time to head back into another Ground Zero (there are many) and strategically place some Air Mobile Rescuers.


Time to pack up and head out.  As always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!


Air Mobile Joe 



2-17-23 Friday  7:41 AM (Istanbul Turkey Time) - "AIR MOBILE" on the ground in Turkey - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


MORE SHAKING!!


Several hours ago, a 5.2 Earthquake shook southern Turkey near the Syrian Border.   


This quake has been followed by several smaller quakes.  There have been over 4300 After-Shocks since the 2-6-23 Quake!!


As we work in this zone of destruction, so many PARTIALLY COLLAPSED buildings are teetering on the edge of complete COLLAPSE!


This situation is dramatically effecting the SAFETY DURING RECOVERY!


As we drove by building after building, we saw so many almost ready to collapse (killing more in the path).  I can't begin to tell you just DANGEROUS this situation is!!


Yesterday, our Team delivered critical supplies along with small cooking stoves to 5 different locations  in the hardest hit areas of this monstrous disaster. 


THANK YOU Dr. Aaron for reaching into your pocket and paying for these critical supplies!


Today, 2 of our Team Members (Dr, Aaron & Faruch) will be heading home.  We PRAY they have a safe journey and we're so THANKFUL for their help!!


We'll be in meetings today with other Relief Organizations planning the best ways to deploy our Rescuers!!


As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe

PS - PLEASE considerer donating to Air Mobile Ministries, here is a link -  GO TO:  DONATE TO AIR MOBILE MINISTRIES


OR...YOU MAY SEND YOUR DONATION TO:

AIR MOBILE MINISTRIES

P.O. BOX 406

SNEEDVILLE, TN  37869


THANK YOU !!!


Air Mobile Joe



2-16-23 Thursday  8:41 AM (Istanbul Turkey Time) - "AIR MOBILE" on the ground in Turkey - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


REACHING IN DEEP.....DEPLOYED


Based on some good info, our team headed back to Hatay.  


Along the way, we stopped at several small stores that were still in operation and secured essentials as cooking oil, flour, bread, medicines, diapers, etc.


 We worked our way up winding roads to a small community in desperate need of food and clean water, located very near the Syrian Border.



The folks were kind and sweet.  Sam (who flew in from India) pulled a couple of used tennis balls (secured for Air Mobile by Gary & Kathy) and had the kids going.  It was a surreal moment.


As we assessed the community we noted that they had no electricity and they explained to us it was very sporadic.  As we were talking, suddenly, the electricity came on.  


After gathering more info, we decided to donate a Rescuer to this community.



Dr. Aaron did the training on the Rescuer.  PRAISE GOD for our amazing team!


The little community, known for it's lemons and oranges expressed deep, deep gratitude for the Rescuer.  They now, can offer CLEAN WATER to their neighbors.



Folks, I could so feel the presence of Jesus in our midst and hearing Him say...


"I was thirsty and you gave me to drink....when you've done it unto the least of these you've done it unto Me"  



The folks in the "Lemon Village" bid us a sweet farewell.


We were not through.  Faruch, a long-time friend of Dr. Aaron was busy securing our next location.


He had arranged from another friend, Taylan, an electrical engineer who was managing a relief center nearby, to be trained on the Rescuer.



We showed up in the dark of night and went right into the training.



Then, came the "magic moment" where I took the first drink and that always leads the way for confidence in the amazing Rescuer.


It was with incredible joy that we presented this Rescuer to this community located somewhere near ground zero amidst the destruction and pain.  


PRAISE GOD FOR THIS PRIVILEGE!


Our team then loaded up into our Toyota Mini-van for the 3 hour drive back to our base camp.  It was a very, very good day!!


Meanwhile, the death toll continues to rise passing 41,000!  PLEASE PRAY for the all who have been so devastated by these terrible earthquakes!


Today, we're heading back out to "Ground Zero" to bring CLEAN WATER to the thirsty and desperate.


As always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


PS - PLEASE considerer donating to Air Mobile Ministries, here is a link -  GO TO:  DONATE TO AIR MOBILE MINISTRIES


OR...YOU MAY SEND YOUR DONATION TO:

AIR MOBILE MINISGTRIES

P.O. BOX 406

SNEEDVILLE, TN  37869


THANK YOU !!!


Air Mobile Joe


2-15-23 Wednesday  8:50 AM (Istanbul Turkey Time) - "AIR MOBILE" on the ground in Turkey - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


SEARCH...& RECOVERY



Our Team returned to Hatay yesterday.  Our goal was to explore going to the Turkey / Syrian Border where the report that Cholera had broken out.


The SEARCH for living survivors officially ended yesterday.  The heavy machinery has moved in and is clearing debris.  


Many bodies are still in the rubble.  It is a long and slow and painful process.



We got separated from one of our team members for a few minutes.  We were THANKFUL to find him.



Hatay is a tragic disaster.  Our hearts are broken as we drove through this extremely dangerous & volatile zone.


We departed Hatay for the Turkey / Syrian Border, knowing that we would return to Hatay many times in the days ahead.



The road was surprisingly good with limited destruction and we arrived at the Turkey / Syrian Border in just over an hour  


The Border at this location is currently closed and we hope it opens soon.  


In the meantime, we'll be seeking authorization to cross into Syria and bring CLEAN WATER into the cholera zone.


We are reaching out to other Relief organizations  and will be pursuing key locations for the Air Mobile rescuer water purifiers.


PLEASE PRAY THAT WE ARE GUIDED IN THIS PURSUIT!


As I say every single day, and truly mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and direction.


Air Mobile Joe



2-14-23 Tuesday  9:08 AM (Istanbul Turkey Time) - "AIR MOBILE" on the ground in Turkey - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


GOING TO "GROUND ZERO"


Our team loaded up and headed to Hatay, one of the many "Ground Zero's" of this terrible earthquake.


As we departed Adana, where there was very little impact from the earthquake, we braced for what was to lie ahead.


As we drew closer and closer to Hatay, the devastation unfolded before us in staggering proportions.


As we entered into Hatay, pretty much every building had damage and most were completely destroyed.


Take a look at this gripping video - AIR MOBILE DRAWING INTO GROUND ZERO


Our destination was the Operation Blessing (OB) Camp located in Hatay.


Once arriving there, and it took a long time of driving through the staggering winding paths through rubble, we met the Gabby, the OB Camp Director.


We demonstrated the Air Mobile Rescuer and the whole team rejoiced.  


They pulled water out of close-by stream and the Rescuer did it's wonderful thing....cleaning up that filthy water.



After I drink some, the whole team followed and had a good drink of some very dirty, now clean, water!  PRAISE GOD!


Air Mobile donated 2 Rescuers to this team on the "Front Lines" of this tragedy.


We then loaded up and headed back to our base camp Adana.  What a day!!


THANK YOU for your precious and vital prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


PS - If you'd like to donate to Air Mobile Ministries, here is a link - DONATE TO AIR MOBILE MINISTRIES


OR GO TO:WWW.AIRMOBILE.ORG  & CLICK THE DONATE BUTTON.


PPS - To date, we only have 2 of the 14 Air Mobile Rescuers.  PLEASE PRAY the balance of funding will come in.  THANK YOU!!


AIR MOBILE JOE


 2-13-23 Monday 8:48 AM (Istanbul Turkey Time) - "AIR MOBILE" on the ground in Turkey - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


ON THE GROUND IN ADANA, TURKEY


After a full day and night of flying, our team landed in Adana, the hardest hit area of Turkey.


Once on the ground, we secured our vehicle and awaited ALL of the Air Mobile Rescuers to come off the plane and into our hands.  



When in the terminal we waited for our 9 tubs and 14 Rescuers to arrive.  There was a somber atmosphere as the conveyer made the rounds.



While waiting for the Rescuers, I was glad to find my good friend, Diego, from Operation Blessing!  


We've worked together in Ukraine and now, we'll see how we can help with CLEAN WATER!!  



It was a tremendous relief to see those 9 tubs come through Customs.   So far, so good!  PRAISE GOD!!


Today, we'll be traveling to GROUND ZERO.  The death toll has topped 34,000 & climbing.


May our Lord Jesus direct us each step of the way!!


THANK YOU for your PRAYER, LOVE AND SUPPORT!!!


Air Mobile Joe



 2-12-23 Sunday 6:53 PM (Istanbul Turkey Time) - "AIR MOBILE" on the Move - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


JUST LANDED ISTANBUL - NEXT STOP ADANA


We landed Istanbul after a 10+ flight.  Rushed through Immigrations, bought a Visa and in line for our final leg to Adana, Ground Zero.


Have to run and get in line for the 1 hour flight.  


Will write more later.


THANK YOU, THANK YOU for your invaluable PRAYER, LOVE & SUPPORT!!


Air Mobile Joe





 2-11-23 Saturday 6:34 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "AIR MOBILE" on the Move - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


GATHERING THE TROOPS & PACKING "RESCUERS" - DEATH TOLL TOPS 24,000!


Yesterday, I drove from Tennessee to Florida with 14 Air Mobile Rescuers aboard our little Ford Escape.  The 720 mile leg went smooth.


This morning, our team will meet at Space Coast Regional Airport. There we'll prepare the Rescuers  in their containers, along with our others supplies.


I'll be meeting Dr. Aaron Webb ( a great Doctor who has traveled the world with Air Mobile bringing CLEAN WATER following disasters.


I'll also be joined by Doug Rodante, a great pilot and Documentary film maker.  Doug, also has traveled around the world numerous times with Air Mobile.


I know I've said this many times before, but a wise pastor once told me, "remember,  God knows how to deploy His troops.  


I'm THANKFUL that Dr. Aaron and Doug literally dropped everything to join me on this "Mission" to Turkey.


The DEATH TOLL has passed 24,000 and is still rising.  WE PRAY!!



Here's more - DEATH TOLL TOPS 24,000 & CLIMBING


Our next leg will be 250 miles to Miami.  We'll catch a Non-Stop flight to Istanbul and then a domestic flight to Adana, Ground Zero of this terrible quake.


PLEASE PRAY with us for a safe journey there.


As always, THANK YOU for your faithful & vital prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


PS - If you'd like to donate to Air Mobile Ministries, here is a link - DONATE TO AIR MOBILE MINISTRIES


Air Mobile Joe



 2-10-23 Friday 6:34 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


AIR MOBILE HEADING TO TURKEY!!


I just could not sit this one out.  After a sleepless night and a lot of research into just what was happening in Turkey / Syria following DEADLY EARTHQUAKES....AIR MOBILE HAS TO GO!


The death-toll is steadily climbing and has passed 20,000!  We're going into RAPID drive to get to Turkey with life-saving water purifiers.


We're extremely grateful to our local media for broadcasting our plans to go to Turkey.


Here is ABC WBIR CHANNEL 10 in Knoxville - AIR MOBILE GOING TO TURKEY


Then, CBS WVLT CHANNEL 8 in Knoxville aired this story - SNEEDVILLE PILOT / MISSIONARY HEADING TO TURKEY WITH WATER PURIFIERS 


We're putting a final check on our load of 14 Air Mobile Rescuers in our trusty Ford Escape.


Normally, we bring in 10 Air Mobile Rescuers on our first mission to a disaster.


This time, I felt led by our Lord to bring in 14 units.  PRAISE GOD, we had them built and ready to GO!


However, we're launching this "Mission" without a single unit funded.


We know that our Lord will provide.  And...we're so THANKFUL to have you on-board with us with your faithful PRAYER, LOVE & SUPPORT!!


Well, it's time to hit the road for the 1000 mile journey to Miami where we'll catch a direct flight to Istanbul and then a domestic flight to Adana, Turkey, ground zero of this terrible earthquake!


If you'd like to donate to Air Mobile Ministries, here is a link - DONATE TO AIR MOBILE MINISTRIES


Air Mobile Joe



 2-9-23 Thursday 6:38 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


19,000 DEAD & STILL COUNTING!


The terrible tragedy of the massive EARTHQUAKES that have crushed and torn aprart southern Turkey/Syria...is still unfolding!


It is just a (short) matter of time before the deaths will extend beyond the crushed rubble of fallen buildings and into freezing bodies and disease that will spread so rapidly.


Here's more - HOPE IS FADING IN HUNT FOR SUVIVORS OF TURKEY/SYRIA QUAKE AMID FREEZING COLD


We must do something!  Air Mobile is looking into going to Turkey!


We hope to book our flights today and put together all of the many pieces to LAUNCH this mission.


Our goal is to bring in 10 Air Mobile Rescuers to Adana, GROUND ZERO!


PLEASE PRAY that the funds will come in to this vital and urgent mission (10X$3000=$30,000).


Stay tuned for more details.  I know that I say this every day, THANK YOU for our vital prayer, love and support!!


I'm THANKFUL to have you on-board with us!!!


Air Mobile Joe



 2-8-23 Wednesday 6:34 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


DEVASTATION IN TURKEY!


Cindy and I are following the horrible news of the powerful earthquakes that have crushed southern Turkey and Syria.


The death toll has passed 11,000 & still rising!  


Hope is waning for live rescues.


Here's more on this unfolding tragedy -  EARTHQUAKE(S) IN TURKEY, SYRIA IS DEADLIEST IN MORE THAN A DECADE AS DEATH-TOLL PASSES 11,000!


Already, water sources have been cross contaminated and the need for CLEAN WATER is becoming more and more URGENT by the hour.


We are PRAYING about the possibility of Air Mobile going to Turkey with Air Mobile Rescuer water purifiers.


We are reaching out to relief organizations that are headed to Turkey.


Our immediate goal is to bring in 10 Air Mobile Rescuer water purifiers.  Each unit costs $3000.00.  PLEASE PRAY about helping us to fund these units.


We are ready to go to Turkey on very short notice.  PLEASE help us to get there!


I want to THANK YOU for your faithful support all these years.  


God Bless & THANK YOU  AGAIN!!!


Air Mobile Joe



 2-7-23 Tuesday 8:03 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


A VERY LONG DAY &....A "GOD WINK*"


*God wink (plural God winks)

  1. An event or personal experience, often identified as coincidence, so astonishing that it is seen as a sign of divine intervention, especially when perceived as the answer to a prayer.

Cindy and I planned our trip to Nashville with a solid 2 hour buffer....just in case.


I was scheduled to have an MRI at Vanderbilt Medical.  We left on time and worked our way over to I-40 and all was on schedule for this 250 mile leg.


About 130 miles into the trip, the old red Escape suddenly lost power.  Cindy was driving this leg and pulled off the road.  I noted that the temperature gauge was "pegged". 


I quickly opened the hood and saw that the water / coolant reservoir was just a little bit low.  I found three small partially drunk water bottles and filled the reservoir.


Mmmm, the reservoir did not spew out steaming hot water, yet every indication was an overheat.


Well, I stayed on the shoulder and could only get 10-15 mph.  Fortunately, we were just over a mile from an exit.


In risk of damaging the head gasket, I chose to creep on the shoulder and try to get to a station and some help.  We still had just under a 2 hour buffer.  WE PRAYED all they way  to the exit.


Upon reaching it, I asked Cindy which way should we turn to the nearest gas station.  She said, turn left.  


I carefully checked for traffic, as the old Escape was barely moving when....right in front of me was an old-fashioned auto repair shop.  


I jumped over a short median and crept up to the middle bay door.  The owner / head mechanic, Stan, was talking to a customer.  I explained our situation and asked if I should shut it down.


He quickly nodded yes, "don't want to warp the head."  After his customer left, Stan came over and began assessing the situation.


He carefully opened the reservoir, expecting a hot geyser to shoot out. No hot spew.   He felt the engine compartment for excessive heat.  All seemed normal.


Go ahead and crank it up.  It had been about 5 minutes.  It started right up and the temperature gauge was normal!  This didn't make any sense.  This was just plain weird.  It should not cool down in just minutes.  


Furthermore, I raced the engine and that too was normal.  Earlier, I could barely get 1500 rpm. 


What was going on??


I asked Stan to get his engine analyzer and check out the overheat code.


All was normal.  Then....I began to know why we ended up in Stan's shop.  When he plugged in the analyzer, he looked like he was going to pass out.


I quickly asked if I could PRAY.  He weakly nodded, yes.  Cindy and I prayed for Stan and after a few minutes, he regained a bit of strength.  


He just looked at me and whispered "Black Lung Disease".  I asked if he got it in the mines (this is coal country).  He explained it was from Black mold in his home.


Back to the Escape.  All was normal.  I asked Stan if this was his car, would he drive it to Nashville (120 miles away).  He said, "absolutely".


We had another word of prayer and THANKED God for that strange "overheat" moment and meeting our new friend, Stan.

Cindy and I had an AMAZING opportunity to share the Love of Jesus with Stan.  

It was NO ACCIDENT that the little Red Escape indicated overheat, but was no overheat.

 

Well, Cindy and I drove on to Nashville and the temperature gauge was perfectly normal.  We still had an hour to spare.


After my MRI, we headed back to our "Retreat Cabin".  The temperature gauge never moved from "Perfectly Normal".  


We rolled up to our cabin around midnight.  What a day.  Cindy and I PRAYED for Stan and then went to sleep.


Now, Folks, all I can say is...."THAT WAS A GOD WINK!!"


PLEASE join us in PRAYER for Stan!!


As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


PS - Next time we go to Nashville, we'll stop in and check on Stan.  In the meantime, we'll PRAY for him.


BTW, there was NO CHARGE for the service.


Joe



 2-6-23 Monday 5:56 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


ON THE OTHER SIDE OF...."THE CHINESE SPY BALLOON" EPISODE...


After the dramatic "shoot down" of this mysterious Chinese Spy Balloon, U.S. Navy dive teams are searching the waters for evidence and answers.


We will see just how much of the answers will be shared with plain old regular citizens such as us.


In the meantime, Mainstream News Agencies are searching for the next story or stories that will drive the ratings.  


It may be a dramatic murder trial or Hunter's Laptop or another "spy" story.  You never know.


We gather up the bits and pieces that we are fed and try to figure out our next move.


Folks, that's why we PRAY!  We need our Lord's Direction in where to go and when to go.


Remember, going over a Prepper List, is a good thing to do from time to time.  Never hurts.


Well, this morning, I'll be taking a drive to Nashville for some more medical tests at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC).  


I'm THANKFUL for the good medical care I'm receiving.  We, of course, are believing our Lord from complete healing from cancer.


As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe



 2-5-23 Sunday 7:28 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


WHAT TO DO.....


In light of the extraordinary events, with the Chinese Spy Balloon's 4000 mile journey across America and the explosion, at the end just inside the USADIZ (Air Defense Identification Zone)....Cindy and I realize, it's time to go over our "PREPPING" position.


There is no doubt, that this event was a Chinese provocation, and a deep "probe" to see just what the U.S. would do.


Folks, the fact is, there so so much that we DO NOT KNOW!  However, there are things that we can do to protect ourselves during these PERILOUS TIMES.


Now, the first thing to do is....A.S.A.P. ( "ALWAYS - SAY - A - PRAYER")!!


Cindy and I would encourage you to look over your food supply,  your medical supply, your water supply and a means to stay warm, etc. etc. if...."something happens".



Here's a simple
PREPPING CHECK LIST to just get you thinking about "WHAT TO DO".


Believe me, this is not a bad exercise.  It's always good to sharpen your survival skills.


Now, Cindy and I are not "Prophets of Doom".  It's just a good idea to go over your situation and see what you can do to strengthen it.


We PRAY you have a BLESSED DAY and....just think about it.


As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe



 2-4-23 Saturday 6:58 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


CHINESE SPY BALLOON(S).....EMP? DEADLY VIRUS?....WE DON'T KNOW!


We're watching this potentially DEADLY balloon pass over America with seemingly complete control and the fact is...we just don't know the intentions.


At least our govt. is not letting us know.  


No, I'm not being paranoid, but just look at the facts.  This has very deadly potential.



Then, there was an EXPLOSION in the sky above Billings, Montana.


Here's more - EXPLOSION IN THE SKY ABOVE BILLINGS, MONTANA


Then, to add to the intrigue, another Chinese balloon has been spotted over Central America.


Here's more - PENTAGON REPORTS ANOTHER CHINESE SPY BALLOON REPORTED BEING SEEN OVER CENTRAL AMERICA 


Folks, these are EXTRAORDINARY events and a call for us to PRAY!!


We're keeping a close eye on these unfolding events.


Together, we PRAY!!!


Air Mobile Joe




We PRAY for our leaders to have wisdom and guidance through these perilous times.


 2-3-23 Friday 5:31 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


MAKING SOMEONE ELSES HAY....


After checking the radar, looked like the rain had passed. We'd been waiting for that.  



So, Yahn and I hooked up our little red trailer to our old Dodge Ram and headed to a neighboring farm and loaded up 25 bales of some fine hay for our critters.


Good hay is a gift and helps us through the winter.  Our critters sure appreciate it.


Got a question for you.  Have you ever considered moving up to the Mountains of East TN? 


Well, if so, you'll need a good Realtor.  

Happen to know of a great one and....I'm married to her.  Here's her info:



BTW, Creek Country Real Estate is owned by our dear friend Teresa Suarez.  

We're BLESSED to have this great connection.  Here's the phone number.



Now, here's an example of some of the "Treasures" you'll find up here.


Cindy and I first bought our "Retreat Cabin" up here 12 years ago and have not regretted it for a single Nano-second.  BTW, I call it "God's Country".  


So, there you have it.  Let us know if we can help you find a great place up here, in the Mountains of East TN.


THANK YOU, as always, for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe





 2-2-23 Thursday 6:37 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


"OLD TIMERS....TALKING ABOUT THE WEATHER"



I remember, when I was a kid, I'd laugh about the "Old Timers" talking about the weather.


Now....I'm an "Old Timer" &....I'm talking about the weather.


Well, having a little farm, it's important to wait for the rain to stop before picking up 25 bales of hay...or such.


You know, when you write a "Daily Blog", sometimes, I just don't know what to talk about.  So....I look around and...talk about the weather.  


And here we are, in between "Missions" and getting ready for...the Next Mission.


It's also nice to just sit around with a good cup of coffee and watch the old wood stove.  Yes, I'm getting "older" and enjoying the simple things in life.


Hope you're having a good day.  So glad you've joined me on the rambling blog.


As I say every single day....THANK YOU for your precious prayer. love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe









 2-1-23 Wednesday 6:21 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


WHAT TO DO?


On this cold rainy day, the most important thing is to keep the coffee flowing and wood stove burning.



Yesterday, I spoke with several of our very dear friends who are currently in Haiti.  They are "laying low" and staying off the streets.


Together, we're working on "evacuation plans".....should it become necessary.


I first went to Haiti in 1978 and must say, have never seen this desperate, poor, violent country in such bad shape.  


Again, the gangs have almost completely taken over Haiti.  It is just a terrible situation.


PLEASE PRAY for Haiti and the millions who are in deep harms way.


Time to get on with this day.  May our Lord's will be done...on earth as it is in heaven!!


THANK YOU, as always, for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


1-31-23 Tuesday 5:49 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


WATCHING....& PRAYING


Sitting here at our beloved "Retreat Cabin", watching the "News" (must be taken with a grain of salt), our hearts break at the cruelty and suffering going on in the world.


Haiti is just totally out of control.  


The gangs are gaining more and more territory and literally millions of innocent victims are in the path of this deadly and cruel siege.  


Here's more - IN HAITI, GANGS TAKE CONTROL AS DEMOCRACY WITHERS


WE PRAY!!


On another front, Russia has loosed 200,000 more "troops" (many are freed prisoners) on Ukraine.  



They are grinding out more territory with again, literally millions of innocent victims in their path. 

WE PRAY!!


Plans are beginning to come together for Air Mobile to launch another mission.  We can't give any more details at this time.


Meanwhile, here at this wonderful sanctuary of peace and calm, we rest and PRAY!!


I want you to know just how much I appreciate your faithful prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe



 1-30-23 Monday 5:50 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


YES LORD....


Yes, Lord.  Those two words are powerful.  They go back to our Lord Jesus teaching us how to pray. "Thy will be done" in me, this day.


So, whatever our Lord Jesus has for me to do today, I say..."Yes Lord".


Seeking Him today and asking Him to direct my path is my goal today.


With a cup of coffee in my hand, and my heart turned toward Jesus.... is the way to begin this day.


Wherever you may be, or whatever you may be going through, may I encourage you to turn your heart toward Jesus.  He will take this day and make it a good day for you.


Let these words roll off your lips today...."Yes Lord"! 


THANK YOU, as always, for your precious prayer, love and support!


Air Mobile Joe 





 1-29-23 Sunday 7:32 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


SUNDAY IN AMERICA.....


It wasn't that long ago that Christians all around the world were "restricted" from attending church.


Oh, it wasn't only Christians, but literally the whole world was on COVID LOCK DOWN.


So glad those day are over and....what a JOY to just go to church and hear the Word of God.


Now, the world "teeters" on the edge of a possible Nuclear War.  


We PRAY that it doesn't come to that.


So...what are we going to do?  Well, first and foremost, as for me and my house, we will SERVE THE LORD!


As you read this rambling blog, take a few moments and enjoy the freedom that we have.


There are so many around the world that do not have this wonderful freedom.  We PRAY for them!


Well, I've been asked by our Sunday School Teacher to do the lesson today.  It will be in John 7....how Jesus was SENT by the FATHER.


Hope you enjoy this Sunday Morning in America.


As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support.


Air Mobile Joe





 1-28-23 Saturday 7:01 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


SNUG.....


It's the simple things in life for which we're THANKFUL.


This snug little cabin, tucked away in the Mountains of East TN is such a blessing to us.


Sometimes it's good to just take inventory, look around and let THANKSGIVING flow through our hearts.


As you may know by now, I get up every morning, pour a cup of coffee and spend a few minutes pondering my life, the goodness of our Lord, and what this day may hold.


I often look back on what has transpired to get me to this "juncture of the journey" and then type a few words about it.


Many of you have wandered down this road of life with me for quite some time.


We've been together through earthquakes, typhoons, floods, hurricanes, war, brutal gangs, amazing rescues, cancer, cholera & other dread diseases and so much more. 


We've prayed about so many things and looking back, we see the Hand of God in our lives in such wonderful ways.


Well, on this chilly Saturday morning, Cindy and I will take a ride together through these lovely Smokey Mountains, and look for some property for some of our friends....and just enjoying this precious time together.


I want to THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe



1-27-23 Friday 6:39 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


QUIET PRAYER....


Here, in between "missions"....we PRAY!


Just heard a report this morning, that Dr. Sherlyne is headed to the U.S. for further treatment.


This photo shows her being loaded onto the Medi-Vac Jet.  PRAISE GOD!!  


That means that she has gained enough strength to make the journey.  PRAISE GOD!


She has been fighting a terrible infection in her body.


We continue to PRAY for this precious Lady of God!


Staying back at the "Retreat Cabin", in between "Missions", gives  wonderful opportunities to PRAY & INTERCEDE for others.


As always, THANK YOU for your faithful, and truly appreciated, prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe



 1-26-23 Thursday 6:01 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


WHERE TO?


This morning, the snow is falling and the fire is burning and it's snug here in the "Retreat Cabin".


For the moment, we're just staying put and taking care of chores and simply enjoying the peace and quiet.


We'll head out soon enough, but for now we'll just hang around and spend quality time with our Lord.


I want you to know just how much I appreciate your faithful prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe





 1-25-23 Wednesday 6:08 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


NUKE BERLIN??


Russia is furious after Germany agreed to send Leopard 2 Tanks to Ukraine via Poland.


Here's more - LEOPARD 2 TANKS HEADED TO UKRAINE...RUSSIA FURIOUS


Folks, we are teetering on the edge here and we certainly should PRAY as Russia threatens to "NUKE BERLIN!!"


Here at the "Retreat Cabin", we continue to prepare for our "next mission" and we monitor these late developments.


There is so much here, that I don't understand but....I know Who does!


We lean on Jesus and seek His direction for us.


THANK YOU, as always, for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe





 1-24-23 Tuesday 6:51 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


A REMARKABLE REPORT....


Just moments ago, I spoke with Dr. Sherlyne's husband, Dr. Vital.  His report was very encouraging.  Dr. Sherlyne's condition is STABLE.


As you may know, Dr. Sherlyne had sepsis, a deadly infection that was ravaging her body.  Well, the treatment and...THE PRAYERS are sustaining this lovely Doctor who has served so many with her skill and love.


Here's an excerpt from the "Go Fund Me" Page - 


"We are the family, friends and colleagues of Sherlyne, a young Pediatrician who desperately needs our help. Sherlyne graduated from the St. Damien/Bernard Mevs residency program in Haiti and returned to her hometown where she has been saving lives. 

In early December she gave birth to her first child, a healthy baby boy. Approximately two weeks following his delivery, she began experiencing severe abdominal pain and needed urgent surgery. 

Sherlyne has been hospitalized in Haiti since and after multiple life-saving abdominal surgeries she has exhausted local medical ability, has lost her left leg and will lose her life if we are unable to fly her to the United States to receive emergent care. 

The providers in Haiti have coordinated funds to air lift Sherlyn to the United States. However, she needs a medical visa to enter. We can’t obtain a medical visa without a receiving hospital. The funds we raise today will be used to pay her hospital bills and to encourage a hospital in the United States to receive Sherlyne immediately. 

If Sherlyne dies, not only will her baby boy loose his mom, her husband his beloved wife but Haiti will lose an amazing pediatrician, and we will lose our friend. Please donate any amount you can to help get Sherlyne to the United States. We are forever thankful."

So, for now, the best thing for Dr. Sherlyne is to remain in Haiti and regain her strength.


Our personal friend and doctor, Dr. Steve Badolato is in touch with Dr. Vital and will be able to arrange a hospital to treat her in the U.S. ...if necessary.


We urge you to continue to PRAY for Dr. Sherlyne and again, THANK YOU  for your faithful prayers!!!


Well, here at the "Retreat Cabin", we're staying warm thanks to our old wood stove and I'm catching up on a lot of paperwork for Air Mobile.


As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


1-23-23 Monday 7:13 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


JOE.....SNOW



It's a cold rainy / snowy morning here at the "Retreat Cabin".



Went out to start our old 2000 Dodge Ram and the batteries are dead.  


Need to have that old 'farm truck' up and running and available to pull out someone stuck or such.


Yahn and I will be bringing it down to town for a fresh set of batteries.  


So....we'll be ready to rock and roll....if necessary.


Just another day here in the mountains of East TN.


On another note, we're awaiting an update on Dr. Sherlyne's conditions.  Last report was....she was stable.  We continue to PRAY for this precious lady of God!!


As always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!!


Air Mobile Joe



 1-22-23 Sunday 6:49 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


JUST LIKE THAT....


Well, for the last 3 days, our internet has been down.  We did have a very, very tiny signal with our I-phone, but it was barely functional.


Yahn, our trusty Water Mule and general chief technician worked and worked on it until....finally, we found the weak link.  


It was a defective switching box with a wicked & very elusive intermittent signal.


Now, being without full functioning internet helped Cindy and I to catch up on reading and just have more sweet fellowship.  


Of course, we've enjoyed the old wood stove immensely.  So, we've taken this frustration and turned it into a blessing.


It's just so nice to be able to type freely and upload with ease and speed.  


I know there are multiple lessons here.  May we just draw closer to Jesus!!


Well, it's time for Church and maybe....we'll just throttle back a bit with all that good, strong internet.


As I say every single day and mean with all of my heart....THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe







 1-21-23 Saturday 6:26 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


IN THE MOUNTAINS.....


Being tucked away in the lovely mountains of East TN has many advantages.  


But....those lovely mountains sometimes, block internet signals.  


Our regular internet service has some weird 'conflict' and that has left me with only my "microscopic" cell phone signal.  


I've connected to that tiny "hot spot" in my I-Phone and am able to get just enough signal to write my "rambling blog".


So, that's my challenge this morning.  In the meantime, I can look out over our lovely valley with the mountains in the back-ground and savor a delicious cup of coffee and enjoy the silence.


As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


PS - We're awaiting a current update on our dear sister, Dr. Sherlyne.  PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY for her.


UPDATE ON DR. SHERLYNE 1-21-23 at 9:15 am.


I just spoke with Dr. Sherlyne's husband and he said that this morning, she is stable.  


We are THANKFUL for that.  Our hope and prayer is that she will continue to improve!  THANK YOU for your vital prayers for this precious lady of God!!


Joe



Air Mobile Joe



 1-20-23 Friday 6:44 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


SILENCE.....


We've been attempting to get a line through to check on the status of Dr. Sherlyene and have been unable to make contact.  We will continue to reach out.


Note:  In Haiti, it is not unusual for lines to be tied up like this.


In the meantime, we're PRAYING FOR A MIRACLE!  Please continue to PRAY with us for this precious soul.


On another note, we're working hard to prepare as many Air Mobile Rescuers as we can for future deployments.


THANK YOU, as always, for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


 1-19-23 Thursday 6:56 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


DR. SHERLYNE IS IN STABLE, BUT VERY GUARDED CONDITION...THANK YOU FOR YOUR PRAYERS!!


At this point, in this battle of life and death for this precious Doctor in Haiti, the best thing is for her to remain where she is and build up her strength.


Our PRAYERS are so vital and Dr. Sherlyne is fighting with all of her strength.  PLEASE keep up the PRAYERS & LOVE!


We hope to get a report this morning.  I'm so THANKFUL that our Dr. Steve Badolato and Dr. Sherlyne's husband, who is also a Doctor are working very closely together.


Haiti is in such terrible condition and they desperately need good Doctors.


Here's the GO FUND ME link:  LET'S HELP SAVE DR. SHERLYNE'S LIFE  


We continue to PRAY!!


Air Mobile Joe





1-18-23 Wednesday 6:34 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


AN URGENT CALL FROM HAITI!


Yesterday, received a prayer request for a Doctor (Pediatrician) in Haiti who needs IMMEDIATE EMERGENCY CARE to save her life.


First, we have been PRAYING for a MIRACLE!


Then, through a series of calls and tapping into some old and dear friends, we're  lining  up a Medi-Vac Jet to fly her to the U.S.


Then, we've secured a "Receiving Doctor"  to meet the plane. THANK YOU DR. STEVE!!! 


A GO FUND ME page has been set up and I urge you to give whatever you feel led to save this precious Doctors life in Haiti.


Here's the GO FUND ME link - https://www.gofundme.com/f/lets-help-save-sherlynes-life/share


PLEASE JOIN US IN PRAYER AND GIVING!!

Air Mobile Joe



1-17-23 Tuesday 6:26 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


I'VE GOT A SECRET....


I remember, growing up in the 50's, there was  a very popular game show called, "I'VE GOT A SECRET".


Well, with all of  this TOP SECRET stuff going on, I was pondering what to write this morning. 


Then,  I recalled, as a kid, sitting around the Black & White TV, eating TV Dinners, and watching the panelist guess...THE SECRET.


BTW, Biden would have been a teenager at the time and likely watched the show and gotten a few tips & probably forgotten a few.


Enough about all of this.  No telling where all of this will end.


 Today, working on our taxes and planning our next "Mission(s)".


If you're old enough to remember this classic 50's Game show, then...you must be pretty old too.  


But....I'd like to believe we're getting a little older and wiser.


In the meantime, we PRAY FOR AMERICA to maneuver through all of this.


And....as I say every single day, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


1-16-23 Monday 7:49 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


PLANNING .....TIME TO "GET READY"


On this crisp, beautiful morning, here at the "Retreat Cabin", we're PLANNING our next Missions.


2023 is definitely shaping up to be a challenging year.  


As we follow the developments of the War in Ukraine, we're building more Air Mobile Rescuers for deployments into "HOT" regions where war is raging & CLEAN WATER is desperately needed.


Likewise, we're developing PLANS for  Emergency Rescue flights to Haiti and getting in position to move those in extreme danger OUT of Haiti.


More to come on these Missions, as they develop.


In the meantime, here at the "Retreat Cabin", we're just enjoying the peace and beauty that we have here.  



Again, it's a great time to "Recharge our Batteries" and get ready when the 'Call Comes'.


As always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe




1-15-23 Sunday 6:36 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


STAYING WARM.....


It's a brisk 19 degrees (BRRR) this morning here at the "Retreat Cabin".  


We're just thankful that we can stay warm, thanks to an old wood stove and plenty of firewood.





Our little Kitty knows where to hang out.  Smart Kitty.


Well, it's time for Church and again, we're THANKFUL for the FREEDOM to WORSHIP GOD.


Hope you have a BLESSED DAY & THANK YOU, as always, for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe



1-14-23 Saturday 7:23 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


THANK YOU....FOR ALL THE WELL WISHES!!


I've been a bit overwhelmed by all the kind and loving words on my 72nd Birthday.  All I can say is....THANK YOU!!


2023 is shaping up to be quite a year.  So many events are going on that require PRAYER, LOVE, SUPPORT & CLEAN WATER!



But, in the meantime, there's the glorious time before the old wood stove and a delicious cup of coffee in our snug, warm "Retreat Cabin".  


Our "Mountain Kitty" loves the old wood stove.


Yes, it's good to be alive and as always, THANK YOU, for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe





1-13-23 Friday 6:34 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


72 YEARS AGO TODAY.....


A sweet little Cajun Momma gave birth to a baby boy at the "Our Lady of the Lake Hospital" in Baton Rouge, 72 years ago today.


I recall my mother telling me the story of the birth.  It was a very difficult delivery, long hours in labor....and at birth  her baby boy contracted Viral Pneumonia and fought between life and death.


Apparently, our Lord Jesus had plans for that little boy.


Well, I'm glad he survived....enough to write this rambling blog today.  


PRAISE GOD....it's good to be alive!!


I want to say to you, who ramble down this daily blog, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe  



1-12-23 Thursday 6:32 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


HACKED???


We may never know the truth about why the FAA massive shutdown (the largest shut down since 9-11) occurred yesterday.  


It is rather strange that Canada had a similar problem.  Again, we may never know.


Our hope and prayer is that this event will cause a solid review of our ATC Systems and proper redundancies will be put into place.


We do need to PRAY for the Department of Transportation....to figure it out. 


 And, on another note, the latest revelation regarding the 2nd batch of MISSING Classified Docs found in Biden's private office is quite revealing.


All I can say is....I hope and pray that EQUAL JUSTICE WILL BE DONE!   We'll see....



Oh well, just another "News" day and all the more reason to KEEP OUR EYES FOCUSED ON JESUS!!


THANK YOU, as always, for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe






1-11-23 Wednesday 7:27 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


ANOTHER BUSY "NEWS" DAY.....


Woke up to a MAJOR U.S. AIRLINE SHUTDOWN.   


At this hour, ALL U.S. FLIGHTS ARE GROUNDED due to a MAJOR FAA  COMPUTER OUTAGE!


Here's more on this developing story - ALL DEPARTING U.S. FLIGHTS GROUNDED AFTER FAA COMPUTER OUTAGE!


This is extraordinary and it is not currently reported as a terrorist attack.


We'll stay tuned and see how this incredible story proceeds.  WE PRAY!!


Air Mobile Joe


UPDATE - 1-11-23 10:45AM


FLIGHT DISRUPTIONS CASCADE ACROSS U.S. AFTER COMPUTER OUTAGE

Normally, I'd treat this story "as just another story" but....If this is a Terrorist Attack, the implications could be staggering.  Again, WE PRAY!!

Air Mobile Joe


1-10-23 Tuesday 5:31 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


20,000 OPERATIONS!!


Yesterday, meeting my surgeon  Dr. Smith, of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, was a true blessing.  


I understand why my Urologist told me to see Dr. Smith.  He is a Legend in this type of surgery....having performed over 20,000 such operations!


His quiet confidence and vast knowledge is very comforting.


We've already scheduled a series of scans and another biopsy to see just what is going on in me.


I'd like to add that Dr. Smith goes to Africa 4 times a year and does amazing work with those less fortunate. 


We also discussed the desperate need for CLEAN WATER.  I'm sending him info on the Air Mobile Rescuer water purifier.  


I am truly BLESSED to have him as my surgeon.


THANK YOU JESUS!!  


So, Cindy and I headed back home from Nashville, which is, an amazing and beautiful city.


All I can say is PRAISE GOD for His AMAZING GRACE!!


THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!!


Air Mobile Joe




1-9-23 Monday 6:51 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


MUSIC CITY....FIDDLIN!


After church yesterday, Cindy and I hit the road for Nashville, a 4 hour drive.


It was cold and rainy, but....coffee always makes the drive better.



After checking in to our Hotel, right next to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, we headed to Jason Aldeen's on Music Row.



There, we  found ourselves some powerfully good "Fiddlin".


The food was great and the atmosphere was....Nashville all the way through.


So, this morning we're heading to meet my surgeon and get the details for my upcoming surgery.


We're confident in our Lord's healing power and we're THANKFUL for the excellent medical team that He has provided.


So, as I say every single day, and truly mean with all of my heart, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe



1-8-23 Sunday 6:16 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


SUNDAY MORNING....


Up early and just rejoicing in the goodness of our Lord.


This week, I'll be preparing for cancer surgery.  We're believing God for successful surgery.


Tomorrow morning, Cindy and I will be meeting with our surgeon at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC), and going over all the details.


We're confident in the healing power of our Lord and that all will go well.  


VUMC is a world leader in this type of surgery and we're THANKFUL that our Lord has made this available.


And other good news, here's an update on Damar Hamlin....a true MIRACLE & ANSWERED PRAYER!  

NFL HAMLIN TWEETS: PUTTING LOVE INTO WORLD COMES BACK 3X!!


Well, it's time for Church....another reason to PRAISE GOD for the freedom that we enjoy.


As always, THANK YOU for your faithful prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


1-7-23 Saturday 7:01 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


EASY GOING....& TRUSTING JESUS


So, on this chilly Saturday morning at the "Retreat Cabin", it's a good time to just chill out, take it easy and enjoy the moment.


Tomorrow, Cindy and I will be traveling to Vanderbilt Medical Center in Nashville to meet my surgeon on Monday morning and discuss upcoming surgery.  


We'll be setting the date and going over the details.


Cindy and I are THANKFUL for excellent medical care and we're BELIEVING & TRUSTING JESUS, for successful surgery.  We'll share our progress, as we travel this journey.


Above all, we so appreciate your precious prayer, love and support!!!


Air Mobile Joe




1-6-23 Friday 6:11 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


A DAY AT THE "OFFICE"....


Yes, it's good to be home at our sweet "Retreat Cabin".  



Today, I'll be working in the Air Mobile office answering correspondence and sending out "Receipt" letters.


As always, we're planning our "Next Mission(s)".  It's good to know, if need be, that we can now increase our aviation outreach with the addition of Captain John A.'s Skymaster.


As we launch into 2023, we see so many areas of extreme need.  Yesterday, I spoke with my dear friend and Brother in Christ, Bobby Burnette of Love-A-Child Mission.


Bobby gave me the harrowing details of a recent kidnapping of 17 "Love-A-Child" employees.  After 13 days, they were released..... MIRACULOUSLY!!


Unfortunately, one lady died in this brutal attack.  Please pray for her family.


PLEASE - PLEASE REMEMBER TO PRAY FOR HAITI & THOSE WHO ARE RISKING THEIR LIVES TO HELP OTHERS!


The suffering due to the terrible Gang activity is staggering.  None of this is getting into the news.


I'm so THANKFUL that Air Mobile was able to bring in 5 more Air Mobile Rescuer water purifiers recently.  


CLEAN WATER is desperately needed with the terrible Cholera outbreak!  So much more needs to be done!  


We're so THANKFUL for your faithful prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe



1-5-23 Thursday 6:58 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Back to the "Retreat Cabin" - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


HOME AT THE "RETREAT CABIN".....


Rolled up to the sweet "Retreat Cabin" yesterday afternoon.  It's just good to be home....for a little while.


In reflection on the wonderful meeting I had with John A, the UPS Captain and Skymaster owner, all I can say is WOW!  What a sweet deal.  


John's flying experience is just incredible and his heart to serve Jesus is extraordinary.  


Finding a nearly identical Skymaster to Ti Burik is likewise amazing.


Even down to the Winglets.   We're currently looking for a Cargo Pod for John's Skymaster.   


The fact is we can now literally DOUBLE our aviation assets.  PRAISE GOD!!


2023 is shaping up to be quite a year and we're so THANKFUL to be alive and available to our Lord during these turbulent and perilous times.


So, from the "Retreat Cabin" we plan our "Next Mission".


As always, THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe









1-4-23 Wednesday 7:32 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Somewhere in South Carolina - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


ENLARGING AIR MOBILE.....


Yesterday morning, I had the pleasure to meet John A, a UPS 767 Captain.


Recently, John purchased a Turbo Cessna 337 Skymaster.  He heard about Air Mobile and the Little Donkey, another Turbo Cessna Skymaster and he reached out to me.


Well, our meeting yesterday went just great!  John has agreed to make himself and his Skymaster available to Air Mobile as needed.


He'll even be moving his Skymaster from Melbourne, FL to the hangar right next door to the Little Donkey!



In essence, Air Mobile's "Fleet", just DOUBLED in size and capability!


As we look ahead to 2023, we know that there are great challenges ahead.  Along with those CHALLENGES, we have great OPPORTUNITIES before us.


John A is a solid believer in our Lord Jesus and as we concluded our great meeting yesterday, our PRAYER was simply.....Dear Lord, have Your way with us and above all, THY WILL BE DONE!!  


PRAISE GOD!!!  


Well, after our great 4 hour  meeting, I hit the road for our beloved "Retreat Cabin".  Got about half there and pulled into a comfortable hotel somewhere in South Carolina.


We're continuing to PRAY for Damar Hamlin!!


About to hit the road this morning for home and my sweet Cindy.  As always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!!


Air Mobile Joe


1-3-23 Tuesday 7:44 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Longwood, FL -  At Joe's House (the man who led me to Jesus) - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


AN EXCITING FOOTBALL GAME - A TRAGIC BLOW TO THE HEART & MEETING WITH A VERY DEAR OLD FRIEND...


Yesterday was filled with "Roller Coaster Emotions"!  


My son's Christian, Peter and my grand-son Rhythm showed up at Camping World Stadium to see our beloved LSU Tigers soundly defeat the Perdue Boilermakers.


After the game, I headed over to my best friend's home, Joe Polozola who lives in near-by Longwood, FL.


Joe introduced me to Jesus over 50 years ago, and for that, I am eternally grateful.  


Joe and I meet fairly regularly and the fellowship is rich, as we recall the AMAZING GRACE that brought me to Jesus.


The plan was to watch another football game between the Bengals and Buffalo Bills at Joe's home.  


It was early in the first quarter when we saw Damar Hamlin go down.


We like so many waited for him to get up.  He did not.  It appears that he suffered a massive heart attack right before our eyes.  WE IMMEDIATELY PRAYED & continue to do so for Damar to recover.


Here's more on this tragic blow to the heart - BUFFALO BILL'S HAMLIN IN CRITICAL CONDITION


So, we ask you to join us in PRAYER for Damar and his family.


It's time for me to bid farewell to my dear friends, Joe and Diane Polozola.  


I have another meeting in Titusville this morning with a UPS Captain who has a sweet little Cessna 337 Skymaster and wants to put it to work for our Lord Jesus.


Please PRAY for our Lord's will to be done and.....THANK YOU for your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe


1-2-23 Monday 7:06 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - Rockledge, FL -  From my son, Christian's Home - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


A FOGGY MORNING.....WHERE'S RUDOLPH?


Departed the "Retreat Cabin" early yesterday morning.  A lot of heavy fog as I worked my way out of the Mountains of East TN.


The rest of the 12 journey went smooth with no major delays along the way.


Pulled into my son, Christian's lovely home around 9:30 pm.  Had a lovely meal and called it a day.



Up early this morning and the thick fog is here again.  


Where's Rudolph?? 


Christian and Ann Marie have a lovely home and I'm so proud of them for their deep dedication to our Lord Jesus.


This morning, Christian, Rhythm, Peter and I will take the short drive to Orlando for the 2023 game in the Camping World Citrus Bowl. We'll find our seats and settle into some good football.


Yes, I'm pulling for my LSU Tigers, who had a remarkably good season with their new Coach Brian Kelly.  He's doing a good job and the team had some incredible victories this year.


BTW, anytime you beat Alabama, it's a good season!


Well, enough of all of that.  Just want you know how much I appreciate your precious prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe 



1-1-23 Sunday 6:32 AM (U.S. Eastern Time) - "Retreat Cabin" In the Mountains of East TN  - Report submitted by Air Mobile Joe


2023 IS HERE!


Looking back on 2022, we find some sad and tragic events.  Russia invaded Ukraine and now, the world is teetering on the precipice of Nuclear War!


In Haiti, in the midst of a terrible Cholera outbreak, renegade Gangs are ruling the streets and stopping relief agencies from bringing life-giving help to the suffering and dying.


Covid -19, and it's variants are breaking out in China and other parts of the world.


And....the list goes on and on.  So, what are we to do?  


As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord!!


We PRAY for God's Peace to sweep over the Earth this New Year!


Cindy prepared an amazing Feast here at the "Retreat Cabin" yesterday.  What a lovely and delicious way to bring in the New Year!


Well, Cindy and I are up early this morning.  I'm doing a final pack and filling my coffee thermos and about to "Hit the Road" for Florida.


Our "Mission".....go to the LSU - Perdue Citrus Bowl game in Orlando.  Again, all I can say is....GEAUX TIGERS!!


While in Florida, I'll be in exciting meetings discussing the expansion of Air Mobile.  Will write more on that later.


For now, it's time to head out the door for the 12 hour drive down to Florida.


As always, THANK YOU for your invaluable prayer, love and support!!


Air Mobile Joe