06/25/2026
When God speaks, you listen
Several thousand years ago, when God told Abraham to pack up his family and all his belongings and move to a land that He would show him, Abraham didn't hesitate - he moved. He didn't have a road map or the promise of something better on the other side, or even that the traveling would be easy. In fact, I'm sure that it was very difficult to leave all that was familiar to him and his family. But he went. Because God told him to and he had faith that God's ultimate plan was good.
For a while now, we have have heard God softly speaking to us, urging us to let go of something precious to us. Something we love dearly, but simply hasn't been our main priority during this stage in our family's growth. During the last several weeks, we have experienced God's loving hand moving in our lives in a way that is unmistakable- and gracious in a way that is "above and beyond what we could ever ask or think". And yet change is hard. We have to choose faith daily, knowing that our good God has an ultimate plan that is... GOOD. And we continue to hear God speak, "it's time to let the camels go." But Jericho is so very special!! He is the most soulful camel we have ever had the pleasure of owning. "It's time." But sweet Jasmine was born on our farm. The kids have all grown up with them. "It's time." And then, as if Jesus has experienced all the same human turmoil, mental anguish over decisions, and difficulty in facing what he knew was the best path (which of course He has), He chose to step in and place on the heart of a southern missionary to give us a call- asking if we had camels for sale. Really, God? We hear you. And we will walk this path, praising You for your gentle kindness with us over this change. It's hard. Our camels have been such a huge part of our lives and our farm. Many tears have been shed and will continue for a while I suspect. But what we see even through the blur of tears, is a road marked so clearly with His love and His vision for our life's story. It reminds me of rose petals gently sprinkled in trail, leading to a beautiful room where a loved one awaits. Who would consider not following those petals? Not me. I'm ready to see where they lead.
So next week our dear Jericho and Jasmine will set off on a new adventure and we trust that they will be an incredible part of someone else's story in Alabama. They have added a beautiful richness to the chapters of our story for the past 9 years. As we quietly turn the page, we want to thank everyone for their support and encouragement during this time. And we thank our Lord, for showing such grace and love towards us and our relationship with these amazing animals that He created. They are truly one of a kind and we care so deeply about them. Man, this is hard. Please bear with us. We may be weepy for a while.
- Luke and Amber, the camel people
We will be hosting an informal open house on Saturday from 2-4pm for those who would like to say a farewell to our camels, Jericho and Jasmine. For now, we will continue the camel milk soaps, lotions, and products.
1512 W 1000 N
Milford, In 46542
