A little bit about me, I am 18 years old, currently homeschooled and on my last semester of highschool. I grew up with awesome parents who have shown me Christs love which lead me to invite Him actively in my life when I was 15 years old at a youth revival. I am a member of Fellowship Bible church and I’ve had the privilege of being on the worship team there for 4 years. I enjoy staying active, playing my guitar, drawing, making coffee, theology and writing.
I am 17 years old and currently a senior in Highschool. My favorite subjects are history and art. I find the most joy in helping others and being a voice of encouragement. I accepted Christ at 5 years old, but rededicated my life to Him at 14. I’d say that asking Him to be the King of my heart was the biggest and GREATEST decision I have ever made. He has so sweetly instilled in me a love for worship. I have been blessed with serving on my churches worship team for a few years now.
Before High school, I got the amazing opportunity of attending a missions trip to El Paso Texas in 2016. I remember being in a bus station during an evangelism day and being completely overwhelmed by all the people in that station. So many stories, so many different perspectives and ways of living. The only thing I could comprehend was how I wanted to tell each one of them how sincerely I loved them and how perfectly Jesus does. Yep, pretty cheesy, I know:) BUT in that moment, I knew I couldn’t keep His perfect love to myself. How could I?! His abundant grace is not to be kept hidden but shown through anything and everything we do. That night, I called my mom and said that the Lord was calling me into missions(yes, everyone who believes in Christ is called to missions. I specifically mean overseas). Didn’t know how or when, but His voice was very clear. Without my knowing, God started preparing me for today.
Flash forward to the beginning of junior year; the stress of picking a college and academic achievement made its way into my daily thoughts(and worries). I have done extensive research and asked so many questions about plenty of universities. I changed my mind each month(sometimes day) about where I would go and/or what I would major in. From a legal assistant, to a psychologist to a music teacher, my choices varied and never stayed for long. That’s ok though! Everyone has, will and is even currently bouncing from one profession to another. How amazing it is to have the opportunity and resources to pursue those varying professions. As I continued to stress over grades and future decisions, my focus was lost.
Sadly, I let the voices of others distort His voice. BUT! That started to change this past last semester. I heard about the Gap Year program. 9 months, 3 countries. Being with other new graduates who are in the same boat as you. Meeting new people and learning about their cultures. Applying His gospel to everyday life and sharing Him boldly day in and day out. ABSOLUTELY
