1. Expectations–that I would let go of any expectations and hidden expectations that I might have or surface. Pray that I would let go of expectations (for the process, what we do or how it goes). Pray that I release the control to Him and trust in His provision for each step and part of the journey.
2. Surrender to His will–pray that as I face emotions or feelings, that I would embrace letting them go. Pray that I would trust in His great plan for my life in this journey. Pray that I embrace His vision for the ministry opportunities (including my teammates). Pray that I continue to give into His refining and shaping of my heart to reflect Him.
3. I have been overwhelmed and terrified of this whole process–instead, pray that I embrace the process and work through the negative feelings (through submitting it to the Lord). Pray that He continues to remind me of His promises and faithfulness up to this point so far. Pray that the enemy would not have a foothold in my heart–that I would surrender the anxiety and fear to Him, and that I let Him renew my heart. Pray that I rest in Him (physically–sleep has been an issue, and spiritually–especially with the tough times ahead).
I have a feeling that I will see these areas continue to arise and need prayer over, so please feel free to petition the Lord on my behalf.
We start training tomorrow–so we will take a fast from technology so that we can embrace what the Lord will do in our hearts over the next few days. I am praying that the Lord would continue to break walls and barriers in our hearts and reveal Himself to us. I am praying that our hearts would be obedient to Him. I am praying that we embrace the work the Lord is doing in our hearts and how He wants to work in our hearts. I am praying that this week of training helps us see what genuine community looks like and how He has designed us to rely on Him for strength and accountability. I am praying that our team is unified as He desires His children to be.
Love each of you and will keep you updated as soon as possible.
