When I was younger, I was introduced to Focus on the Family's Life on the Edge series. The series was talking about relationships for those who are in Christ, those who are living their lives on the edge for Him. I never really felt like I was doing that though. I never really felt like I was taking a challenging course in my faith. While I know He's never changed since I've placed my faith and trust in Him, I also know that I've changed a lot, and I've become increasingly aware of how lost I would be without Him. So, a few years ago I decided to place Christ in the center of my life, the center of my focus. I want to live my life for Him, instead of Him just being a part of the life I am living. But it didn't stop there, for if it had, I wouldn't be writing this blog right now. I dare say I would be pretty complacent. He challenged me further. He's calling me to live my life on the edge…
I started paying attention to my life. I took a good look around and this is what I saw. I have a full time acting job with health and benefits. It's the first job I've had out of University, and in fact, they called me the day after I graduated to tell me I'd been given the position. It's a lovely line of work; I get to dress up in beautiful gowns and walk the same streets as our founding fathers to educate our guests about the beginning of our nation. I live in a gorgeous home with more furniture than a 26 year old should have (thanks to the gracious donations of friends and family). I know what my week's schedule is. I have a steady paycheck. I am comfortable. The problem is, I am uncomfortable being comfortable. I feel the need to become uncomfortable so that I may further pursue my Lord. Not that there's anything wrong with a steady paycheck. But it's all I've known. I've never known a servant's life. I've never had to sacrifice much. I want to be removed from these beautiful, familiar, and lovely things surrounding me so that it is just me depending upon Him. So how am I going to do that? What's this edge He's calling me to walk upon?
Honduras
Guatemala
El Salvador
Romania
Ukraine
Kenya
Uganda
Tanzania
Thailand
Cambodia
Malaysia
I couldn't tell you a thing about many of these countries beyond that they have people that need the love of Christ. Yes, I know we have people here in Williamsburg that need the love of Christ as well, but I am compelled to go further than Williamsburg, further than Virginia, further than the borders of our country. The Lord stirred my heart when I began hearing about the injustice of human trafficking. I have such a desire to reach out to these hurting women. And then, He brought The World Race into my life. It's been crazy so far, and I am just getting started. He is shaking up my comfortable little world, and already making me open up to new and wonderful things that are in store for me.
I am going to be asking you for your support in this adventure, both spiritually and financially. The cost of the race is $15,500, and that is just for expenses on the field, so I am going to be writing a support letter and doing fundraising in various and sundry other ways. I have already been overwhelmed by the generosity and willingness to serve from my friends and family. I have had people sending me addresses before even being asked, I've had coworkers put checks in my mailbox, other coworkers offering me money and their talents for fundraising, and even my grandparent's church paid for my initial fee and INVITED me to speak at their church while I was there visiting. I thank you all for being so willing to support me in this! You are amazing! God is amazing!
I need your prayer as well though. This is just the start of a long journey. I'm going to be trying my best to keep you all updated during the process. You know I'm not the best at keeping in touch, or up to date on the computer, but I am trying to change that, and The World Race is keeping me on my toes with new updates and information. I asked for a challenge, didn't I?
Well, my dear ones, I felt I needed to get this first blog up and rolling. I need to get back to work though, as work is will not be disappearing whilst I prepare for the race. Here's to living a life on the edge, no matter where in the world we are!
I love you all dearly!
Grace and peace,
Kate
