This is a quote I have heard a lot since preparing to go on the race. It is one of those sayings that make you feel empowered to get out into the world and do something great. Obviously I am going to have to leave the comforts of my home, friends, and family to go on the race, but recently I have been struggling with a different kind of comfort. The comfort of independence.
Those of you who know me, know that I like to do things myself. My parents raised me to be an independent, self-sufficient women with great success. My ability to accomplish most things on my own is a comfort of mine. Something I cling to.
…well here’s the thing…
Fundraising almost $17,000 cannot be done alone and has been a harsh reality for me over the past couple of weeks. The Lord has showed me that it is OK to ask for help. I think my biggest reservation about fundraising is knowing that time and money are the two most important things to people in our culture and here I am asking for both of them. I don’t want to ask people for money because I feel like I am not worth it or worthy of it. The same goes for asking for prayer. God has shown me that 1. The money for this trip is not for me, it’s for Him. I don’t have to feel worthy because I am just a servant willing to go. 2. I have to step out and trust that He is going to take care of it. Stepping out means leaving my comfort zone which means asking for help which means I DON’T LIKE IT.
Bob Goff once said that “if we only do what we’re familiar with, we might miss what we’ve been made for.” Well friends, I was made for loving people all over the world. I was made to go on the World Race. And despite how awkward and uncomfortable it is, I was made to ask YOU for support.
I have never really been able to find the fun in FUNdraising, but one thing I do know- is that it is just as much part of the journey as the race itself. The more I let go of my comforts and fear of asking people for help, the more I am tasting life (like its meant to be lived) for the first time.
I am not a saleswoman. I don’t want to manipulate you into donating to my trip. Manipulation kills generosity and Jesus is not meant to be merchandised. I am however, a young lady who has been blessed with a once in a lifetime opportunity to travel the world and make real-sustainable change. So with that I am asking: Will you support me?
Leave your comfort zone behind and START LIVING.
