Fundraising was SO scary when my journey on the World Race first began. I mean seriously $16,242.00 for the trip?! That’s a lot of money especially when I would have to ask for every penny.
My independent self hates asking for things. While I was in Europe I had my wallet stolen two days before I was supposed to leave. It was terrifying. Fortunately I had a back up credit card hidden in a separate pocket. The only problem was I couldn’t withdraw any cash. I survived….Until I had to take the metro to the airport to go home. I was short 5 cents. Literally I had used every dime in my pocket. My whole trip home was relying on that 5 cents. And then God gave me an angel who barely understood me, but kindly handed me the money I needed. I wanted to cry I felt so bad.
Well was God sure preparing me or what? I really believe He has the greatest sense of humor.
Here is the biggest surprise: fundraising isn’t so scary after all. Yes it is still hard to accept all the crazy generous gifts, but it is amazing to see how God provides through His people. (Most days I am on the verge of tears)
Last Saturday I did an outdoor market to sell the Threads of Hope bracelets. Although it did not raise tons of money it was amazing to share and spread what God has called me to. In a way it meant more than the money raised, and I am excited to do similar fundraisers in the future.
One thing that has had to change to make this process bearable is my mindset. When you donate to my mission you are partnering with God to work through and in me. To bring light to those who need it. To grow personally as a stronger Christian. To be love.
My heart is overwhelmed with gratitude for each one of you who has given financially, through prayer, and your continuous outpouring of love so that together WE can change the world.
I have $4,400 in my account and another five or six hundred to be added. Meaning almost $5,000! In two months!! I reached my first deadline of $3500 a month before it was due. Is God good or what?!
Tomorrow is the first day in months where I have absolutely nothing going on. I look forward to getting rest of my support letters ready to go, writing thank you cards, making phone calls, and oh maybe even spending some time relaxing for once. 🙂
