Typically, I am tempted to write about how great God is and how He is working my life, or I tell a funny story or simply describe the month’s events and what we did with our ministry. All are good things, but admittedly, I have the tendency to leave my emotions and feelings out of the equation. I have a tough time actually focusing on myself and where I’m at on the journey of this year. So, how do I feel? Good or bad. Here I go.
Our month 8 debrief quickly approaching and there are only 3 months left to go on the race. In as short as I can put it, God has opened my eyes up to so much and grown me in many ways. Before the race, I had yet to discover the areas in my life that God wanted to grow and stretch me, but God had so much He wanted to reveal to me throughout this year and every month has been me learning. I am still the same old me, but an entirely different person at the same time. The Lord has increased my dependency upon Him and His Spirit and brought my faith to a much more real place. Never did I think that the calling or vision in my life could be so high, but God has wrecked me and brought me to a much more intimate relationship with my Father.
There have been amazing people put in my life, I’ve seen beautiful places and experienced many different cultures. There have been awesome ministries that are on fire for God and making a real difference in the world. Sometimes you miss home, or get tired of community, or work with an unorganized ministry you’re not crazy about. However, every place and every moment is what you make it and there has not been a better or more pivotal time in my life to better know God.
I could write endlessly about different times where God has showed up or in detail how I’ve felt and seen God move. In summary, this year has raised up a newfound passion and raw desire in me for God, and I still feel like He wants to give me so much more. I have loved this year, and am still viewing every day as a blessing. I am also excited to get back home, and share what I’ve learned and can’t wait to see what doors God opens in my life.
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