I have discovered something about myself in the process of preparing to go on the race. I may be among the world's best at worrying. For me the process of learning to trust that something will work out, and even if it doesn't, learning to accept that, is difficult.
Fundraising becomes a dirty word for many who take part in The World Race. Whether it is coming up with ideas to raise funds, or saying what needs to be said to evoke a response among potential donors, worry is right beside me the whole way. It has even inhibited my ability to be grateful for that which I already have, because I feel as if it simply isn't enough.
As I wrote letters tonight to those who have already donated I began to actually think about the decision they made by taking part in this ministry. I began to realize that when all the fundraising is said and done, I have been shown amazing love, often from people who don't know me that well. It is this choice that people have made, to love, and not my worry that will make The World Race happen, and will change the world.
"Will I be able to go in July?", is a common question I ask myself. But I am beginning to realize that either way, I have been given the opportunity to walk a path where God is teaching me to trust, and to be thankful for God's and other people's love.
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