We were asked to write a blog about how we felt before leaving on this mission trip. Here is what I’m expecting…

I EXPECT:

I EXPECT to never be the same again.

I EXPECT to be broken down and to be built up in Jesus.

I EXPECT that I will have a new family there and after.

I EXPECT to be romanced by God beyond imagination.

I EXPECT to get frustrated.

I EXPECT to get angry.

I EXPECT to cry often (and I’m not a crier).

I EXPECT to fall in love with new countries, towns, and people.

I EXPECT to feel heartbreak at the end of every month.

I EXPECT to have the most amazing year of my life.

I EXPECT to be challenged beyond what I can handle; to have to rely on God’s strength.

I EXPECT the biggest reality check of my life.

I EXPECT to feel love towards God’s children like never before.

I EXPECT happiness.

I EXPECT to make lasting friendships.

I EXPECT to miss home, but know that I am where I am meant to be.

I EXPECT to be tired.

I EXPECT to have the most amazing adrenaline rushes.

I EXPECT to get sick.

I EXPECT satan to try to attack my spirit.

I EXPECT to dive so deep into the Bible I get lost in His love.

I EXPECT adventure.

I EXPECT the unexpected.