It’s hard to believe that it’s been nearly 2 months since I’ve returned home from the World Race. My time has been spent traveling around the states visiting family and friends, catching up on some much needed rest while also preparing my heart for what’s next.
Yep, that’s right, I’m leaving again. But this time it will look a little different. I’m honored to announce that I will be attending G42 Leadership Academy in Mijas, Spain.
G42 is a 6-month long leadership program that focuses on discipleship, Christ-centered community, and walking in the inheritance God has given us as heirs to His Kingdom. The mission of G42 is to equip interns to plant churches, businesses, and ministries to spread the Kingdom of God around the world. Many, but not all, of the G42 interns are World Race alumni who seek to take the next step towards walking out God’s calling on their life.
There will be no sleeping in tents or contracting tropical diseases this time, but rather feeding the fire that burns inside of me to see His Kingdom Come. It’s too soon to say exactly how that will play out in the future, but I know the Lord has gifted me an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for business with Kingdom purposes.
My choice to attend G42 has been bittersweet because I know this is the beginning of a more permanent relocation. But one thing the Lord taught me while on the race is that I’m not necessarily called to a certain place, but I am called to love people. And with that realization came a lot of peace about leaving Dallas. It’s not that there is no one here to love, in fact there’s nearly 7 million people to love in DFW, but the Lord is asking me to GO.
I learned so much this past year by stepping outside of my comfort zone and letting go of all the worldly things that were weighing me down. I experienced freedom in Christ like never before and now have no desire to step back into my safe little bubble. I don’t have to spend each month in a new country this time, but I do have to take some risks. So for me, the next step is selling my house in Dallas, going to Spain and trusting that the Lord will direct my steps as I continue on.
The Lord’s call to go is not a burden. It’s bittersweet because I will miss the people I love in America, but I am confident in my decision. I don’t know where I will be a year from now, but I do know that I will be living fearlessly, joyfully and abundantly blessed.
The prayers and support I received throughout my journey on the World Race was truly humbling and I ask that you will continue to partner with me on my mission to further His Kingdom. If you would like to make a financial donation towards my tuition at G42 please visit my YouCaring page:
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