My cup overfloweth today…for two reasons:
First, my "Rooted Group" (from church) and I went to Santa Ana to serve at a free medical and dental clinic. There were 14 of us and I was so blessed to see this amazing group of people serve and love – and be served and loved in return by the families there. As I drove home my head was buzzing with the days' activities and interactions and fun…
…and…this is why I'm going!
That's the thought that came to me as I drove. I had SO MUCH FUN serving and leading and this is what I get to go do for 11 months starting in September. This is why I'm going. I love the feeling of giving all of myself for a bigger purpose. It is freeing and refreshing to get out of my own head and just serve and love others. It is amazing to step in the middle of something…just be willing to go…and see God work. Today we got to be the hands and feet of Jesus. Lord, please help me to do the same tomorrow.
Second, when I finally slowed down enough to process the day, I realized that my legs really didn't hurt today as I was standing and walking on them for 5 hours at the clinic. I had tears in my eyes as I realized this. Is this you already beginning to move and answer my prayers Lord? Is this how you are going to sustain me physically on the Race? I called my Dad as I realized what God had done for me today to share the news. I couldn't hold it in. I was busting at the seams with joy and thankfulness and wonder.
We have a big God who loves us. My cup couldn't be more full.
