Ever since I announced that I would be going on the World Race, people have frequently asked how they can support me, both spiritually and financially. While this trip would not be possible without the financial support that many of you have given to me, I would like to take time to focus on spiritual support. Here are some of the ways that you can be praying for me while I am away:
Pray for my family.
My sweet, sweet family. Please pray for them. That they may have peace as I travel, that they will not feel anxious or fearful. Pray that they are able to grow closer to the Lord and depend on Him completely. Pray that the Lord would look out for them while I am away. That He would keep them safe, happy, and healthy. Pray that as things change or trials arise that they would always remember who is in control and that they would cling to His promises. Pray that they would experience so much joy over the next eleven months. That they may have assurance that I am exactly where the Lord wants me to be. Pray that they love each other well.
Pray for my squad mates.
As we take this leap of faith and move further out of our comfort zone than we can even fathom, pray that the members of my squad are able to grow in intimacy with the Lord. That at all times, they would be reminded why we are going on this journey. Pray that the Gospel excites us. That their hearts, minds, and eyes are fixed on Jesus. Pray we may grow together, be patient with one another, and provide feedback when it is needed. That the Lord would work in them and through them. Pray for safety and good health. Pray that they may be filled with the Lord’s joy and peace. Pray that we may love each other well.
Pray for my leadership team.
Pray that they feel loved and support by us. That as they cheer us on, we cheer them on. Pray for wise discernment. That they always go to the Father prior to making decisions. Pray that they are covered in the Lord’s peace and love. That they keep their eyes fixed on the cross. Pray that we bless each other. That we excite each other to do work for the Lord, to expand the Kingdom, to shine the light of Jesus in the darkest places. Pray for their safety and good health. Pray that we love each other well.
Pray for my ministry hosts.
That they may be blessed by my team’s time with them. Pray that we may be able to reenergize and reinvigorate them. That we are able to help them expand their impact for the kingdom by coming along side them, serving with joyful hearts. Pray that we may grow deep, Christ-rooted relationships with them. That they can be reminded of why what they do matters. Pray that they can become even more excited by the Gospel. That we leave them feeling strong and more on fire for the Lord than ever before. Pray that we love them well.
Pray for the people that I encounter.
From people I encounter at airports to street kids to market workers. Pray that, even in some a small way, I may show them Jesus. Pray that their hearts and minds are open to receiving the good news of Christ. That I may be a vessel the Lord uses to impact them. Pray that the Holy Spirit would move in them. That He would show up big! Pray that they may start to taste the sweet love of Christ. That He would come and meet them where they are. Pray that I would love them like Jesus. That I can look at them as a child of the King, as a brother or sister in Christ. Pray that I love them well.
Pray for me.
Pray that I allow myself to lean in and fully engage. That I give each ministry I work with my all. Pray that I am obedient to what the Lord asks of me. That I give up all control, that I may have a spirit of ‘yes’. Pray that I experience the love of Christ like never before, allowing myself to get completely lost in Him. That I may experience an intimacy with Him I cannot even comprehend. Pray that I may know when to be bold and when to hold back. That I would not be anxious, but have complete peace in the Lord. Pray for safety and good health. Pray that even when things are hard, I am able to choose joy. Pray that I love well.
In four short days I will make my way to Atlanta. I will hug my sweet mama goodbye. I will finally be doing it; I will be launching to go on the World Race. Rare in life do we get to plan for times of deep growth and change that I am confident the race will bring. I am humbled to get the opportunity to go and love on so many people in so many places. I am humbled by your desire to read my blogs. Please know that while I am gone I will be praying for you as well. That you too may spend the next eleven months pouring into people where you are. That you would feel so insanely loved by Jesus. I love you and I will miss you. See you in eleven months! <3
All my love,
Bekah
