Time is moving along.. I wonder about this trip and the experiences I will gain. I find myself becoming anxious because there is so much to do to prepare.
Philippians 4: 6 and 7
Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.
Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.
Deciding to take on this mission trip I have come across a lot of speculation. I have had to answer questions and defend my position. Even some of my friends and family have said things that weren't the most encouraging. There are those who make negative comments and there are some truly interested. I find myself praying and asking God for guidance to stay positive. Sometimes it is discouraging when you take a step of faith and some of the people closest to me aren't in agreement. I have had to ask the Holy Spirit for guidance to think of ways to fundraise. Thinking about all of this I worry and I sometimes become anxious. Growing up I struggled with this very same issue, dealing with anxiety. If it was a deadline, a grade on a test, a college acceptance letter, anything I would find myself becoming anxious and worrying about what lies ahead.
Relating to the World Race, I have come a long way. The anxious feelings I know can show up have not arisen. I don't want to give place to the enemy. I won't allow Satan to steal my joy. I encourage myself sometimes. And a special shout out to the members on the September team Facebook page 
. Checking in on the page once or twice a day helps me to stay positive. It is awesome to be surrounded with believers of like precious faith. God knows my heart and the desires that I keep. I am doing this to give God all the glory. There is nothing else I need to worry about. Granted, there is a laundry list of things I need to do in order to prepare for this trip. So I am using wisdom and being a good steward of my time. I am simply trusting God and putting this in His hands. Simply stated, I am saying Yes. Whatever You want me to do, I'll do. Where ever You want me to go, I'll go.
I continue to remind myself that my Heavenly Father knows exactly what I need. I trust in that. I believe that. I know that. I am so grateful for all that He has already done for me. I can't say thank you enough. I think about everything that has happened in my life and how He has brought me through some really trying times. This goal in my life is just one more way I can give God praise!
1 Peter 5:7
Casting all your care upon him; for he cares for you.
