My time home has been good. It was really hard at first; everything felt so superficial and rushed. It was good to be with friends and family, but I also missed my team. I was disoriented and didn’t know what to do or where to go. But God never left my side. He was patient and gentle as I learned how to apply who I have become in to the places I have come from. I’m still figuring that out, but I don’t feel anxious anymore. I still get a little restless at times; I’m learning how to sit with the Lord not fill my days with busyness. It is not easy to do here. I had the opportunity to fo to Kansas City for the One Thing conference run by IHOP. Several of the ’07 World Racers met and shared and apartment for the few days we were there. It was so comforting to see my friends again, and refreshing to spend four days soaking in the love of the Lord. I came home with a fresh fire in my spirit. Of course, the news of my friends in Kenya was not easy to hear. I cried hard for them. I can’t imagine what they are living through right now. But deap inside, I have to admit that I was exhilerated by the idea of having something to fight for. Something so important that you are willing to risk your life for it. I think we were all created with a longing to do something that matters. Though the battles we fight for the Kingdom may not look like the riots we see on television, the riots my friends are in the midst of, the urgency and the importance are just as great. I am concerned for my friends, and my heart breaks for them, but I know that they serve the same God I do. I know our God, and I know His power and love. I have faith in our Father to deliver them, because I know the love He has for them. In a few weeks I will be heading to Georgia to do some training in the office. There, we will discuss what my role might look like in the future. Please pray for discernment as we seek the Lord’s voice in this decision. I am exicted to join the AIM family and be a part of the World Race from the front end. I am looking forward to the adventures that lay ahead. Thank you so much fo being a part of this continuing journey. Please also pray for wisdom on my financial planning. All AIM positions are support based, so I will need to come up with a budget and continue raising my own funds. This is a little intimidating, but I have faith that God will provide for my needs as I continue to seek Him. Blessings to all of you in this new year. I hope that your Christmas was full of joy and God’s glory. I will keep you posted as plans are revealed. It’s gonna be great!
