To those who have supported me, both prayerfully and financially,
I wanted to take a moment to express my thanks to you. When I first signed up for this trip over a year ago, I had no idea how I was going to get the $15,500 required. It seemed like an impossible mountain. I knew that the Lord was calling me to this trip, which is why I signed up and made the commitment. I trusted that God would provide the finances. Over time, God has proven His faithfulness. I am happy to be able to say that I am fully funded for my entire trip, thanks be to God!
God has shown me that every little amount helps. I prayed many times that God would do something crazy, that He would perform a miracle and provide the money through some amazing display of His power. Maybe some random person would read my blog and feel compelled to donate a large sum of money or provide for all of my funding. However, God has shown me that it is in the faithfulness of His people that He provides for the needs of others and it has been so amazing to be a part of.
God displayed His power in this, He provided every penny that I needed in just the right time. Right before my final deadline, I found out that every financial need of mine was met. It has been so encouraging to see how many people have come alongside me to support me. It has blown me away to see the generosity of God’s people. I appreciate each and every one of you. I appreciate your faith in me. Thank you for believing in what God has called me to do.
If it wasn’t for your faithful support, I never would have left America. I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to minister to women stuck in sex trafficking in Thailand. I wouldn’t have been able to teach english in Cambodia or minister to lepers in Vietnam. I wouldn’t have met other missionaries around the world who have dedicated their lives for the sake of the Gospel, or been challenged by their way of life to do so myself.
If it wasn’t for the encouragement of your giving, I would never have met so many believers in South Africa, who provide avenues to minister the Love of the Lord to a hurting people. I would never have fallen completely in love with two sweet children in Swaziland without your support to get me there and I couldn’t imagine not knowing them now. Without your help, I would not currently be in India, preaching the Gospel and visiting different villages everyday to minister to the Lord’s people.
My eyes have seen so much poverty and despair over these 7 months. I have met so many hurting, broken people. My eyes have been opened to see how the rest of the world lives. However, I have also seen the hope in each place. I have seen the joy a friendly smile can bring. I have seen the laughter that a casual conversation can spread. I have seen the tears of happiness shed as the Spirit has ministered to a soul. Yes, I have seen tragedy, but I have also seen celebration and life. I have seen God’s hand move time and time again. I have had the privilege of being a part of it and my life has been forever changed. I am learning the true meaning of having compassion for God’s people. I have learned the urgency that comes with spreading the Gospel. I do not know if I would have learned that if God had not brought me around the world to show me how to see it with His eyes.
Honestly, words will never be enough to express how grateful I am. It has been such a blessing to be your ambassador for Christ and I am so humbled to have been given the opportunity. With only 5 months left, I can’t believe how quickly time has gone by. I pray that you have been blessed, strengthened, and encouraged through my blogs. I pray that God would continue to use you to empower others as you have empowered me. May He bless you abundantly for your generosity and obedience.
Your servant in Christ,
Kayla
“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership with the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ.” Philippians 1:3-6
