What do I write? How can I express in words what happen in my life this past year?
You might hear people say that the World Race was the hardest or most rewarding year of their life. That might be true for them. But, for me it was the most unique experience of my life. Even though I traveled with 50 other people, my experience was unique. Even though thousands have gone before me, my experience was unique.
You see that was one of my main takes always from this year. That we serve a unique God. Who has made us all unique and wants us to experience him in unique ways every day. No one wants to be compared to others. Comparison breeds jealousy, which breeds insecurity. God made our journey unique. No two lives are identical. No one’s life is better or worse because thier journey is different.
This past year has taught me how to risk more. How to be okay with not being okay. To see Gods glory and repetition in the darkness in this world. He has taught me how to be more community minded. How to not become a slave to my possessions and finances. He has shown me His character through his people and through his creation.
But the most important thing he taught me was how to BREATHE. He taught me that I need to stop praying for clarity for tomorrow and start having more trust and faith in Him. He showed me how the anxiety that I have, does nothing for me and is not from Him. He taught me how to be present and how to live each day as it comes.
You see the World Race is not my peak, it’s not the most adventurous 11 months of my life. If I think that way, then I will live my life with that false perspective. Perspective is critical to the health of my future.
I have had a tough time finishing this blog because this will be my final World Race blog. I wanted you to know am honored that you have taken the time to read the things that God has placed on my heart. I hope you have been able to see things in a more unique way through my writing. I hope you will continue to follow my journey as my ministry continues stateside.
-Josey the Outlaw
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