I just returned back to Canada from World Race Training Camp in Copperhill Tennessee. Although I really dislike spiders I liken my experience at camp to being carried through this web that God is weaving in my life.
I drove down from Roseville Ontario to Michigan (4 hrs) where I stayed at a squad mate’s house. I was the most homesick I’ve ever been and contemplated not going on the Race (if that was how 1 day felt, then 11 months would be horrible). The next day we drove to Kentucky (8hrs) where we spent the night at another squad mate’s parents’ house. The impact this couple had on our journey was unimaginable. We had an amazing time with them as they welcomed us as their daughters in their home.
The next day we arrived in Copperhill, Tennessee (5hrs). Day one of camp I wasn’t really sure if this was right for me or if I had listened to God correctly to be honest. I asked for confirmation, put it all in His hands and said I would trust Him. The rest of the week was full of ups and downs, bringing up past pain and hardships and letting God open those areas up and heal them.
The worship at training camp was on fire and the community of Christians warmed my heart as I saw them living for God. I am so honoured (not honored) to have been able to meet and bond with my squad and new team (Crisco Unico, infront of the North Carolina sign); that I will be doing ministry with for the next 11 months.
I enjoyed talking to different people from different squads and made sure to rep Canada with the other 4 Canadians going on The World Race.
Toward the end of the week God showed me that I need to let go of all expectations that I hold over my own life. I learned that the choices I think are the best for my relationships, friendships, teammates etc. are in no way close to the quality and purpose of the relationships and friendships that he has already woven in His beautiful web for me. So I trust him to take care of the details in all things because he cares for me.
I am so ready for this Race!
-Beloved
