I’m 2 days away from the journey of a lifetime. I figured it was time to update everyone on what’s going on and how I’m feeling. Ps- I hope everyone caught that Home Alone reference in the blog title 🙂
What’s coming up?
On January 5th (Tomorrow!!!) a few of my teammates are coming to my house and we leave for Launch on the 6th. We will head down to Atlanta for some leadership training and a few more days of sessions before going to the Dominican Republic! I am completely blown away by how faithful God is! He has used this experience to show me how big He is and how awesome all of you are! You will never understand how much your encouragement, prayers, donations, hugs, and love mean to me. Thank you!
As I’m sitting here I can’t believe I am leaving in a matter of days. Time has a way of flying by. I realized this month that I was feeling like I couldn’t live a year without the people in my life at home. God quickly reminded me that he has given me everything I need in Him and those he has placed around me for this next year.
I would be lying if I said there aren’t moments where I get a little scared. This is a pretty big adventure! When those moments come, I remind myself that fear is a liar. Fear tells you what you can’t do. It tells you that you’ll fail. Fear doesn’t come from Jesus so I want nothing to do with it.
I’m thankful that Jesus has given me everything I’ve needed over these last few days to not only get through them, but feel confident in my future. Goodbyes are really hard, but Jesus has sustained me. I’m surprised by the amount of peace I feel.
To those reading this, I want to encourage you to dream and dream big! I’ve always had this dream to be a full-time missionary and now that dream is coming true! No dream is too big when God is behind it.
To my friends and family at home:
I will miss you more than you could know! No matter where I go, I will always take you with me because you have helped shape me into the person I am today. I’m glad my heart hurts as much as it does to leave you for this next year. It means that I have been blessed with incredible people in my life that love me. Thank you, thank you, thank you for your love and support!
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
Joshua 1:9
Prayer Requests
-My Squad/team as we say goodbye to friends and family
-Our ministry contacts in the Dominican Republic
-The people we will come in contact with while in the DR
-That we would hear the Holy Spirit
-General health/safety and smooth travel
I also want to be praying for you guys! Please feel free to Facebook me or send an email ([email protected]) if you have something I can be praying about.
Much Love,
T
