There are definitely a lot of expectations that I could potentially have going into the World Race and all of them could be good and true, but what I would love most of all to see changed in my own heart is how much I love other people and how The Lord loves other people through me.

I want to love gladly,

boldly,

mercifully,

and abundantly, 

wherever I go.

and I want to bring such a radical and fearless love home with me when I come back to the states.

"Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins." 

-1 Peter 4:8

I look forward to experiencing this love in the midst of a variety of cultures and growing with my teammates next year.