I knew that I wanted to do long term mission after my first out of the country experience. I was challenged and also forced to look a lot deeper into who I am as a follower of Christ and more importantly a daughter to the most perfect father I could ever ask for. I have seen myself grow and learn things I never knew, or maybe did not want to accept about myself and my faith, while out on mission. I learned about my perfect father and I learned how it felt to help others and truly surrender my trust in Him.
For my family that may read this, I know me going out on long term mission is scary for you. It is also scary for me. Something that has eased my largest anxieties and fears is the power that comes from Philippians 1:21-23. This is truly the greatest truth. For me to live and to serve and to love on others in other places IS Christ. Not talking about just physical death, this is death of other things I no longer need to be burdened with like my selfishness or my stubbornness. These burdens were handed over to Him when I choose the Race. I am excited to be shown His path and to reach His people that might not have the resources to know Him yet.
. “If I am to live in the flesh, that means fruitful labor for me. Yet which I shall choose I cannot tell. I am hard pressed between the two. My desire is to depart and be with Christ.”
The World Race is that. It is my challenge. It is my place for growth. It is my place to go learn. It is my adventure.
Thanks per usual for the love and support.
Bless,
Emily
P.S.
Prayer requests:
For my team and I as we prepare for training/ fundraising/ launching for the most rad year of our lives.
For me and my anxieties and stress that I may be feeling during this process.
For my family and that they will find peace with me leaving.
