hey sweet friends!!
So I have some really big, like really big news! Starting back in September, I began applying for dozens of internships where I could get more experience under my belt before I enter the workforce. After applying to probably thousands of different internships, I could not land a single internship. My mind began racing to: “What was I going to do?”, “What am I doing wrong?”, “Why does no one want me?”. Again, getting trapped in that negative thinking. However, God planted the idea/word missions into my head. I immediately brushed it aside as I thought that wasn’t the path for me and knew that would not help advance me in my career path. When I was home for Christmas break, me and my mom were talking about summer plans and she brought up mission trips. My jaw dropped. I never told my mom that that had previously crossed my mind. So I decided to take it seriously this time, because maybe the Holy Spirit was trying to lead me somewhere. I began researching trips, reaching out to those who have gone on mission trips, and prayed all the time about it. Eventually, I came across World Missions. Now the question was, where specifically is God leading me to serve? . . . After much prayer and consideration, I have officially decided to dedicate a month of my summer to serve at a school, children’s home, and pregnancy clinic in Manila, Philippines!!
I really appreciate those who encouraged me, prayed with me, and supported me through this decision. I am not going to lie, deciding to go across the world to serve those in need is kind of scary. It is not where I originally saw myself spending my summer and is not the path my peers are taking. Nevertheless, I have decided to take a jump of faith and be attentive to what the Holy Spirit is telling me. I have to remind myself of the verse Proverbs 19:21. Okay God, you can wreck my plans. Your plan is FAR greater than my own, especially the one I have for myself. As someone who enjoys having a set calendar, plan, and having a firm idea on what to expect for the future keeping this verse and truth in mind is difficult but also freeing.
I want to leave you with these parting thoughts because I know how scary it can be but also how rewarding it is to follow God’s voice. If you are someone who struggles with controlling your future or does not enjoy being flexible with your plans, I want to encourage you to let go and jump on board to whatever God is calling you to! You never know how He is going to use you or how you will grow and imagine the life you will live when you sacrifice your plans for His plans!
If you guys want to help me get to the Philippines and support the mission God has called me on, follow the donate tab below!. Thank you all for your love and support!!
