I knew I would be asked this question if I got accepted into The WR. People are naturally curious, questioning beings.
“An 11 month long trip serving God and His people…. Why?”
To me, this question doesn’t even need an explanation. I wanted my life to have more meaning. I wanted to do something I was called to do, and this was what God placed in my path.
To the supporters: Thank you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you. You have no idea how much it means knowing that you understand who I am and why I am doing this. And to have your support means the world. You are the reason World Racers are successful; without you it would not be possible. You understand the passion I have to make a difference and the faith that I have in God to do it.
To the skeptics: No, I’m not crazy. Yes, 11 months is a long time. Yes, it will make a difference, not only in my life, but in my teammates’ and in the people we meet along the way. No, I’m not scared. Yes, it will be hard and difficult and emotionally trying. But it will be the most amazing experience of my life. I am in good hands. I wouldn’t be called and feel compelled to do this if I wasn’t.
I am not doing the World Race as a way to travel the world. I am not doing the race to expect to change the world. I am doing this to help the people we meet along the way find their path. I am doing the race to continue my faith journey and find who I am.
I leave in less than 5 months,
So with that, I invite you to ask me, “why?” And I will tell you why I’m doing it.
Proverbs 3: 5-6
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.
xoxo,
Kaitlin
