I have had the priviledge of leading two of our short term mission projects for the last two weeks. The first was here in Gainesville, and I was a co-leader with Toya McLean and Corey Jacobs. We had a group from a church in Thomasville, Georgia who were absolutely delightful. God really worked in this team by addressing the issues of their hearts. It was wonderful to see them all press in to God in new ways and find a new level of joy and peace in the Lord.
This past week, Toya and I lead a trip together in Atlanta. We had two church groups come together for the week. One was from Illinois, and the other from Virginia. It was interesting to see how different this trip was from the last, but both were amazing. This group really discovered a new depth of brokeness and communion with the Lord. They connected deeply with God’s heart and responded to His leading. I loved every minute of it.
Here are the links to the trip reports so that you can read more about them (Gainesville, Atlanta). These last two weeks have taught me a lot about reliance on the Lord and His faithfulness to meet all of our needs. I have grown a lot through this experience, and have come away with a new confidence and also a renewed passion to serve the Lord with my life. I realize that this is what I was made for. I come alive when I am out there connecting with the world, no matter where I am.
I look forward to seeing where God has me next, as there is a lot of change in the air around here. I never really know what tomorrow holds, and though it can be a bit unsettling at times, I really wouldn’t have it any other way. I love this amazing life God has given me. It is a never ending adventure.
