She also realized that Jake did not have the phone number of the friend that they were staying with that night in the city down the line.
Toni suddenly realized that Jake was not onboard the train. While he was inside, the train suddenly left the station. Since it appeared that the was going to be a lengthy stop, Jake stepped off the train and went into the terminal to look for that next good cup of java. Once when he was traveling by train through Germany with his wife Toni, the train made a stop in a city. On those trips, Jake and I were always looking for the next good cup of java. We travelled together to Israel in 1999, and to Italy, Greece, and Turkey in 2008. Jake also traveled extensively to Europe, Brazil, and other places where he would spend time doing what he loved best: Teaching the Bible. Our world is greatly changed for the training, inspiration, and friendship that Jake gave to many of us. It has been such a good gift and resource for me! I credit Jake with teaching me much of what helps guide my life, my own teaching, and my ability to personally disciple others- over a cup of good coffee. Is was a very expensive book (over $80) that Jake gave to me as a “missionary gift”. It is on the shelf just to the right of me as I write this. The last book that he gave me before his untimely death on Novemwas one of his favorites: Explore The Book by J. He seemed to know that, perhaps from all our discussions. When I would return to Maui from my time in Honduras, Nicaragua, Florida, Israel, and elsewhere, he would give me his squinty-eyed look and say “Bagby, I got a book for you.” Usually his books were just what I needed. It was called the Kihei Christian Bookstore, a business he began to provide resources to guys like me. Jake was a reader, and had an extensive library. I loved bringing him my latest favorite beans. The smile on his face after a sip of a nice brew told the story: Heaven on Earth! When I became a coffee aficionado, our relationship really took off, and only accelerated when I began roasting coffee. Finally it dawned on me that the coffee store was Jake’s office, and he was conducting his personal discipleship over cups of coffee. I began to notice that others would arrive as I was leaving. I would often arrive to find Jake sitting with another friend, who would leave soon after I arrived. Jake was a teacher and scholar who began to invite me to meet him at the local coffee store for discussions. “Jake” who was born on Oahu, had migrated to California, and returned to Maui with his wife Toni and Craig & Kathy Englert to start Hope Chapel in 1980. One of my new friends was Jason Spence, A.K.A. Many who were searching for the meaning of life had discovered that a personal relationship with the Creator was the greatest high available. We were all products of the same “If it feels good, then do it” and ” Why not?” culture of the 1970’s. Many were from similar backgrounds as me: living life to the fullest and for themselves. When I moved to Maui in 1981, my life took a turn, and I found myself involved with a community of others who had experienced God in a powerful manner. Cupping Notes: Chocolate, Syrupy, Cedar, with a hint of SpiceĪ World Class Coffee Blend! This could win awards.
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