Today is 11/11, so in celebration of 11 countries in 11 months, here are 11 things God has been teaching me lately:
- Take time to enjoy the little things. Not every day seems like an exciting adventure, but every moment holds its own beauty.
- Remember to be thankful. God has given me 11 million reasons to be thankful. I should tell him more often.
- Don’t complain so much. It’s really not all that bad. Even the caf food.
- Don’t wish away the present. The future is exciting, but the present holds so many wonderful things.
- Don’t waste opportunities. God has put me where I am for a reason. Take advantage of it.
- It’s not worth stressing over. Years from now I probably won’t worry about what grades I made on all of those papers.
- It’s okay to be still. Life is busy, but it’s okay to take time to be quiet and enjoy God’s presence.
- Don’t worry so much about what others think. They honestly probably didn’t even notice that thing that I’m so freaked out about.
- Make the most of time with friends and family. I only have 8 months left before I leave (*sobbing*), so cherish every moment. (It’s okay though, I’ll come back!)
- Take interest in the lives of others. God has created so many wonderful people with such cool stories. Take time to listen.
- Trust God always. The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me; your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever.
These are definitely all things I am still working on and that God will continue to work in me. And I admit that I’m still pretty bad at some of them. This time during my last year of school and leading up to the World Race has felt like a period of waiting, but God has been teaching me so much.
A word for my supporters: Thank you all SO much for investing in me and partnering with me in this mission. Your continued prayers and support mean so much!
