I am only one, but I am one
I cannot do everything, but I can do something
What I can do, I ought to do
And what I ought to do, by God’s grace, I will do.
– Edward Everett Hale
Since receiving the commitment call for the World Race, I have received mixed reactions when I tell people about the adventure. I also have had a wide range of emotions. As long as I can remember, all I have wanted do is help others throughout the world– this is that opportunity. As my enthusiasm increases thinking about seeing new places and meeting new people, my thoughts flash to the things that cannot come with me. I will be leaving my family, friends, successful job, Starbucks, money, comfort, security and identity all behind.
For so long I have been Jessica, RN. There is familiarity in that life. I know what to do, what to expect and it all fits into a neat, organized box of rules and policies. Going on the World Race is really a leap of faith for me– where I will have to throw all that out the window and jump. It is showing that it is no longer about me and my life; but about Jesus and the life He intends for me.
I am excited for the work that is ahead of me. I am excited to serve with churches and organizations in local communities around the world. I am excited to show love and kindness to those who have been trapped in prostitution as a result of human trafficking, to teach children in poverty, to volunteer in orphan homes and hospitals, and to build houses. I am excited to serve the Lord in anyway.
On Easter, the lead pastor at my church talked about Jesus outlasting our doubts, walking with us through our fears and breaking bread with our confusion. I pray that God will be with me, my team, my friends and family through every step of preparing for this journey—that He will guide us all as we figure out these new steps.
