“But I do not consider my life of any account as dear to myself, so that I may finish my course and the ministry which I received from the Lord Jesus, to testify solemnly of the gospel of the grace of God.” Acts 20:24
This is a verse that has been a guiding light of wisdom since I have returned from my training camp. I saw this verse originally on Instagram and later looked it up in the bible. I believe this verse is God speaking into my life and is a confirmation for my journey this coming year. It is a confirmation verse for my current chapter in life.
A little more background as to the impact of this verse has on my life is and what God has been calling me to. I first found out about the World Race three years ago when I saw a friend by the name of Thad Daniels fundraising for his trip. I knew him from Highschool and church. His post and my curiosity for a long-term mission trip led me to look into the World Race. At the time I felt and knew I was called to do it. The only issue was timing with the military and school.
Now two years later, I was able to start my year off by being able attending the college conference called Passion. While there I was struck with the exact thought process that Paul went through. I have been called to many things in my life career-wise and hobby-wise, but what I have come to realize is that the single most important calling on my life is to see God’s kingdom shared throughout this world.
I share those to stories to paint a picture to how I got to this point in my life and why this verse in Acts of Pauls journey is very similar to mine. I don’t know what to expect from this trip other than God’s Glory and Grace will be declared. Just like Paul knew that he was walking into persecution and prison. I know that I will face challenges myself. I hope to meet these challenges like he did with trust and obedience. He knew what was ahead of him was frightening, but He did not shy away, he put everything he had into finishing his mission and call in life. He knew that even though he had a day to day trade he needed to share God’s kingdom. I too choose to pursue this call placed on my life.
I need yall’s help as well, with fundraising I have a deadline of $5,000 dollars more to raise by the 21 of December and have been a little behind due to prior engagements. So if you would please donate I would be much appreciative to yall. Also, know that with yall’s donation you too are committing to this mission by supporting me.
Have a Blessed Day
