I didn’t have too many expectations on what the race would be like the first month. I have been gone for nearly two weeks from America. This week I learned that sometimes you don’t have expectations until they aren’t met. .
I did not expect to miss home so much nor did I think I would miss loved ones to this extent. It has been a challenge. I can’t just contact people when i miss them since we get Internet only once a week. It’s been really hitting me hard as I’ve realized that the memories I have made in 2014 with people won’t be the same people I get to make memories with in 2015. I didn’t expect to miss hot showers. I thought I would just be like, “eh, it’s just a shower. I don’t need it that bad.” However, after doing a days worth of ministry I would just love a hot shower to relax. So far the most challenging thing is leaving loved ones in America. The fear of being replaced, forgotten, and knowing that there are things I am missing out on, ect…
BUT!
I kinda love it!! I have always told God I would do whatever he calls me to do. He knows one of my passions are relationships with people. He has called me to come over seas for a season away from the people I love and to go without comfortable things such as hot showers. A call to sacrifice. Even though I have had moments where I am sad, I have realized God is stretching me and challenging me. I love that! It’s what I have been craving for a long time. I am thrilled to have this opportunity to walk the walk I have told God I would and that I have told others I would. So, yes, there are challenges but they are worth it! I probably shouldn’t put a hash tag in a blog but I am! #BecomingLikeJesus!
My question to you is…..
What walk are you going to walk?
