Today the countdown begins! 100 days until I launch with my squad on this amazing journey. This preparation time has gone by so fast I can’t imagine how fast these last couple of months will go! Just over a month from now I think the realness of the trip is going to sink in when I head to Georgia for an intense training…I can’t wait to meet my squad and be more informed on the trip details. I confess however, I am a bit nervous for the challenges I will have to go through…I have heard training camps prepares you for the ANYTHING that could happen while abroad. I am starting to train for training camp. lol
I have found peace in this preparation though as God continues to reveal His grace and power in my life as I prepare for the journey ahead. Not only financially, shout out to all who have sponsored me, but also spiritually, emotionally and physically. I was able to see his magnificent creation out west and He gave me the strength to hike an average of 20 miles a day in the mountains/canyons with a couple friends which was an amazing experience! We had to be flexible, adventurous and comfortable in a few less than ideal situations. He has provided a great community of family and friends that have been such an encouragement! People praying for me and willing to promote my trip. I have had such great support in my fundraisers, still ongoing, and many opportunities to stretch my faith.
God has been equipping me with the ability to speak more in front of people and tackle my nerves of presenting. From speaking in front of a whole congregation to a more intimate setting of small group, He has been showing me I can lead and can speak His words laid on my heart with clarity. I recently was able to take more initiative in leading my small group and last Monday night which I could only do with the Lord’s guidance and strength. I was able to present a great study to a receptive group who gave me encouraging feedback. I can only thank God for the peace of my nerves and the message I presented.
Just another way God is feeding me spiritually is through my women’s small group study of Paul in Acts, I do not believe this topic is a coincidence. His missionary journey is incredible and inspiring. Paul went wherever the Lord called, even when he knew he would be ridiculed, beaten, thrown in jail…nothing stopped him. I know there will be hardships on the race but it will be a small price to pay compared to seeing God’s love at work!
Acts 20:22-24
22 “And now, compelled by the Spirit, I am going to Jerusalem, not knowing what will happen to me there. 23 I only know that in every city the Holy Spirit warns me that prison and hardships are facing me. 24 However, I consider my life worth nothing to me; my only aim is to finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me—the task of testifying to the good news of God’s grace.
I am asking all my supporters and friends, keep praying and reaching out to me! These 100 days left of prep will go fast and I want to use them to the fullest!
