Hello supporters, family, and friends! I am currently in Hong Kong, headed for Harbin (a city in Northern China) later this month. Before we take our 48, yep I said 48 HOUR train ride to Harbin, I wanted to write a quick update about what has been going on lately since I may not have access to my blog in China.
Asia has caught my heart by surprise. I am completely and utterly shocked by how much I love this place. I am captivated by the people and unreservedly entranced by all of the beauty God has placed before me at this time in my life.
The spiritual challenges of Hong Kong are also much like my own, and I am constantly seeking the Lord to lead me through these few days we spend here. Although this is a city of millions of people, many feel lost in the crowd and struggle with feelings of isolation and self-loathing. Many locals deal with low self-esteem and find themselves feeling like no one loves them. I am a very joyful person and know that there are many people that love me, not to mention a God who loves me more than I can fathom. But this particular area is where the Enemy likes to gain a foothold. It has been a challenge throughout the race, and for much of my life. I have been accustomed to comparing myself to others for years now and this is my own personal demon that I have learned to overcome on the race and it has been a beautiful process. I never realized that this fear of others was keeping me from fully understanding The Father’s love until this year. Things are starting to come together and the dots are connecting more and more all the time.
I serve a God of love and forgiveness and it becomes clearer every day. I have a feeling this month is going to solidify a lot of the changes God has led me through this year. I can’t wait to see what surprises He has up His sleeve and I hope to find a place in China where my passion thrives. I realized I have spent many of the months on this journey going along with whatever ministry is provided without much room for creativity. This month I am making the commitment to find a ministry where my specific passions can be used for God’s kingdom.
Sometimes life is a bumpy ride, but there is no place I would rather be than right there on the front of that roller coaster with God by my side, holding my hand.
