When I began this journey with the World Race I knew it would take a lot of faith and trust in the Lord for me to become fully funded. I had my doubt at times, but, just like He always does, God provided!
Last December, while I was on the way to my friend’s wedding just a week after committing to the World Race, my car died. (I mean completely) I remember sitting in a room with my parents after the wedding and questioning. Maybe my car breaking down was a sign from God that I should not be going on the World Race. How was I going to raise 18,000 for the World Race, buy a car, so I could meet supporters and get to work? I had so many doubts, but through the awesome encouragement and prayers from family and church friends, I decided to continue moving forward with what God had called me to. After 3 months of walking to work, I was able to find a vehicle. In those 3 months, God never allowed the fact that I had no vehicle to get in the way or slow down funding. During that time, I received more donations than at any other time. It became obvious that God wanted me to go on the World Race and He was not going to let me being without a vehicle change the plan He had for my life! He would have me become fully funded!
Thank you to my Mom and Dad for the love and support you have given me. The countless hours both of you gave to set up a yard sale, for making sure I had the right contact information for phone calls and support letters. It has meant so much to me. Honestly, I have no idea what I would of done without your support during this time of fundraising.
Thank you to all who have prayed, given money and time to help me reach the fully funded goal. The support everyone has shown has helped me to grow so much in the Lord. Although fully funded, I ask that you continue to pray for me as my journey on the World Race over the next 8 months. I have seen God show up in many ways and I know he will continue.
” Do you not know? Have you not heard ? The Lord is the everlasting God, the creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom. He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be fain. ” – Isaiah 40: 28-31
