Two years ago on this exact date, I boarded my very first plane. I didn’t know what to expect and I had no clue what I was doing. I had never flown before, I had never been overseas before, and I had never been a missionary before. TERRIFYING. I felt so unprepared and thought for sure God had picked the wrong person. I wasn’t about to say no though. Japan had been in my heart since I was a teen, so I flew to Japan; a place I thought I would only dream of for the entirety of my life. I went and it was the best and hardest experience of my life, and I learned a lot.
So here I am, two years later, setting out on another adventure with God. I still feel unprepared and scared, but I’m so excited for what’s ahead. Tomorrow I land in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire in West Africa where my team’s host ministry is located. I’ve honestly never had an interest in doing mission work in Africa. I know that may seem a little weird since EVERYONE wants to go to Africa for missions, but not me. My heart has always been for Asia and I wouldn’t mind Europe. In fact, I was previously on a route that went to Europe instead of Africa, but God had a different plan and I’m excited to see what’s ahead. I know that everyone on this squad was handpicked by God to be here. He knew we would be here before we were even born. It’s beautiful, isn’t it? I’m so excited for the year ahead with Him. He’s written this beautiful love story for each of us and we’re just in the first chapter.
Pray for my team as we minister to children in Abidjan; that God will open the hearts of these Muslim families to His love. Also, please consider donating. Ministry here wouldn’t be possible if it weren’t for the generous donations I and my team have received so far. I have a deadline coming up and will need your help and prayers to get there. Thanks for all you do!
