A year ago today I started my world race journey. I decided to leave “comfortable” and live for the Lord. Although to some it looks like a big vacation it’s definitely the most challenging, uncomfortable, and soul shaping experience I’ve ever done. Every day is a constant battle of surrendering my mind to think and act in the spirit instead of the desires of the flesh. This week I’ve had to do some serious soul searching as I’ve been longing to be home with my friends and family over thanksgiving. I long for one more hug from my mom, one more kiss goodnight, and hearing her say “be safe and have fun!” a drive with chessie, a tickle fight with lucca, and to be be laughing until my stomach hurts with all my best friends. I keep asking the Lord why. Why am I here? Am I even making a difference? And in a gentle and calming voice the answer is always “sacrifice.” Not because He wants me to suffer or hurt or that He would love me any less if I decided to stay home, but a beautiful sacrifice. One worth fighting for. One that’s shaping me, changing me, and training me to be more like Him. I could be at home this year pretending to watch a football game with my family, and stuffing my face, but I’m thankful to be here. I am thankful for Jesus who is the ultimate sacrifice. I am thankful He is teaching me what that word actually means. I’m all in this year. I’m all in for the hopeless, I’m all in for the ones thirsty to hear the gospel, I am all in for the students that crave our love and affection, I’m all in for the orphans who need to find a home in the father, and I’m all in for Him.
Also a year ago today I started fundraising which has been one of the most uncomfortable challenges I have faced so far. It is a constant act of faith to rely on the Lord and trust that he will provide. I have one month to raise $2,500. I have full faith He will provide. He has blown me away in the past, and know He is not finished with my story. If you feel led to donate, even $1 it is so appreciated. Thank you guys for all the love and encouragement. Love always, Lexi
