We were asked to write a blog about our expectations of our mission trip.

I expect to…

            – eat “exotic” foods

            – be broken in many ways, many times

            – be vulnerable and honest with my team

            – be changed forever

            – become attached to people and places and not want to leave, but we’ll have to, so I know it will be a monthly challenge

            – see God heal the sick and the broken

            – live in uncomfortable settings

            – see weird bugs and get used to living amongst them

            – learn what true dependence on God really means

            – battle against evil for people’s souls

            – be outside of my comfort zone

            – feel helpless at times

            – become exhausted and emotionally drained, but thankfully I have a Father who can replenish and whose cup never runs dry

            – see God’s amazing, awesome creation in every country we go to

 
Though I don’t know specifically what God is going to do as we travel around the world, I expect He will do BIG things…for eternity and for His glory. And I am forever grateful to not only observe His doings, but to actively be a part of His plan. To be used by Him (even though it may be painful at times) brings me joy…and a smile.  
 
 “Be exalted above the heavens O God; Let your glory be above all the earth” — Psalm 57:5