As we came to the end of the race people often said ” finish strong remembering why you came on the race”. Well for me that didn’t make sense. The race was my get-away-from-reality card, I was running. This year was meant to be a year I cleared my head, decided my next step and ran towards it. This year has been all of the things I’ve wanted it to be BUT despite my original attempt to make this year about me its all pointed to the glory of God.
My entire world came crashing down April 9th 2013 as everything I’d begun to build my life around was ripped from my grasp. The only thing I had left; standing hands extended, ready to pick me up and carry me forward was Jesus.
My friends and family trying desperately to allow me the time and space to heal, to talk if I needed to, to cry (though I refused to) and to grieve. Though I had people standing behind me, helping propel me forward I have never in my life felt more alone.
My attitude towards life, friends, my dreams and passions became extremely apathetic. I felt alone; I felt like I had no one but Jesus. I needed an out and the world race was it! I followed the tug I felt towards and the race and decided it was about me & Jesus. We were gunna take on the world just us two. Little did I know the 37 other people I was traveling with would become a support system unlike anything I’ve ever had.
In submitting to the will of God and learning to trust Him with whatever He has for me; I allowed myself to be loved by others, to love others and to trust people. I learned to opt in despite if I understand or not! I dropped my apathetic attitude and learned to dream again, I found things I’m extremely passionate about. I’m committed to pursuing His will for me whether people understand it or not. I’ve realized that at the end of the day it’s not about me – it’s all about God and seeing how sovereign He is and pointing to His glory.
It was a long year! Though I went through immense heartbreak, I also learned more about love & joy then ever before. It was a year filled with more tears, smiles, laughter, and memories then I could’ve imagined. It wasn’t always easy, it was definitely not comfortable, but it was more then worth it!
We finished strong! We ran our race with perseverance! And now being at home we are taking the world by storm for His Glory and bring the Kingdom!
I’m now in the midst of raising money to attend the Center for Global Action. A discipleship school for people coming off the race. If you’re interested in donating please click the “support me” tab on the left hand side of this page.
Thanks!
