(Hey guys, life for me has changed lots since I wrote my first suport letter almost a year ago. I felt promted to rewrite a new one and take out old news and post what is new and fresh in my life. God's been doing great things and I'm excited to tell you!)
Dear Family and Friends,
I have some exciting news- I have been called to the mission field !! I leave this September 2013 for 11 countries for 11 months on my very first missions trip ever ! I know, "Go big or go home!" But when God says go, " You go!" In each country we will be partnered with the local Christian community and we work and serve along side of them for a month in each county.
What will we do?
Every day on the World Race will look a little different. Some days will be packed full with construction, street ministry, helping to put a dent in sex traffic trade, vacation bible school, building relationships with orphans, and even praying for the sick at hospitals. Some days could be slower where we shop for groceries at the market, cook for our team, and spend time praying for the community we walk through. But every day there is a focus on being a part of God's Kingdom work !
Wow, what Countries are you going to?
I will start in China , then to Thailand, Cambodia, Phillippines, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, India, Nepal, Ukraine and we end July 2014 in Romania.
Sounds cool. So why The World Race?
To be honest I never really wanted to go and travel the world , but over a year ago God began to stir in me a deep passion for those in the nations! I can't wait now but to live with the local people, be a part of their lives, and truly experience their culture. It will be a great opportunity to see the true condition of our planet and truly be Gods hands and feet, and simply loving on the people. I have already have had my heart break for those who are in need, and for children who are desperate, hungry, being sold into slavery and for those who are dying emotionally and physically.
To be honest I never really wanted to go and travel the world , but over a year ago God began to stir in me a deep passion for those in the nations! I can't wait now but to live with the local people, be a part of their lives, and truly experience their culture. It will be a great opportunity to see the true condition of our planet and truly be Gods hands and feet, and simply loving on the people. I have already have had my heart break for those who are in need, and for children who are desperate, hungry, being sold into slavery and for those who are dying emotionally and physically.
I've been blessed by an amazing full life growing up here in America but and Im prepared for my outlook on life to be wrecked! I want to have my eyes opened to God's heart and for His people all over the world.
Im believing for God to do great things through me – dreams awoken, broken hearts restored,and I plan to speak life to those with no hope or love ; I plan on telling them about the peace of God that surpasses all understanding . I can't wait to give report of miracles taking place, blind seeing , deaf hearing and lame walking – there is nothing too hard for our God!
Wait a minute!?! So you'r dropping life in America for a year and going to spend life and serve with people you don't know?
Wait a minute!?! So you'r dropping life in America for a year and going to spend life and serve with people you don't know?
Yes ! Yes! Yes! I'm dropping everything! I have already began to live life differently to prepare for this trip. I'm back at home with my parents, working part time, reading lots of books, and being discipled by a pretty awesome team of believers that are helping me to get spiritually, physically and mentally prepared for this big adventure.
So how much does this cost?
The cost of this World Race Route is $15,500; this goes to my food, lodging, air, land, and sea travel, training costs. In raising support the past months, I have learned to be upfront and honest about my finances – I've explained how the World Race is one step along my kingdom journey. So as of right now I have raised $5,300!
The cost of this World Race Route is $15,500; this goes to my food, lodging, air, land, and sea travel, training costs. In raising support the past months, I have learned to be upfront and honest about my finances – I've explained how the World Race is one step along my kingdom journey. So as of right now I have raised $5,300!
How can I set up and give a one time gift or monthly donations?
I would love if you pray see what God is asking of you. If you are prompted to sponsor me you can mail in or give online.
(100 % of your donation go towards my trip!) No gift is too small- if only you can send 5$ it goes a long way or if you can do 10,20, or 30 dollars a month$ I will be blessed !
You can visit my blog: lashongordon.theworldrace.org/ and then click the "Support Me" tab on the left and follow the instructions.
Or you can make checks payable to Adventures In Missions and clearly state (for LaShon Gordon) with your donation to: Adventures In Missions, PO Box 534470, Atlanta, GA, 30353-4470
I truly can't do it without you. Thank you for being a part of my life!
I ask that you continue to follow and pray for me as I prepare to leave in September.
I ask that you continue to follow and pray for me as I prepare to leave in September.
May God bless you as you prayerfully consider partnering with me in this ministry,
Redeemed,
LaShon Gordon
