On December 8,2012, I was probably feeling the most discouraged about finances and preparations.
"Yes, I have called you to do this at this time, This is for you"
How am I going to raise all the money?
"You are not alone, I am your provider."
I felt like God was telling me to check my World Race account, so I did
I was BLOWN AWAY by what I saw.
I had no idea who this person was, wondering if it's a completely stranger, or maybe he know's my parents.
But he donated
$1030 twice. Really? No way?
So since on my account it showed that he donated twice the same amount. I thought I needed to contact the donor to see if that was a mistake and I would contact the organization for a refund. It was a mistake so I no longer have $5,051.45 but I do have $4,021 so that means I'm just $3,729 away from being 50% funded by January 31st.
Ways you can help me reach that goal:
~Donate to lauraquam.theworldrace.org (tax-deductible)
~Send a check to me payable to "Adventures in missions"
9372 Newfound Way
Elk Grove, CA 95758
~Order Pre-sale Krispy Kreme donuts
Original glazed(a dozen) $8
Special order (a dozen) $10
Chocolate iced, Lemon filled, Raspberry filled, Kreme filled
~Buy a t-shirt for $15.00, pick design, pick size
~Buy Threads of Hope Bracelets
Round ones are $2
Wider bracelets $4
Many different colors and unique designs, I have lots to get rid of.
It's helping two cause, it helps families in the Philippines
Upcoming announcements to look out for:
-Making an ebook with pictures, what's on my heart, what God did in Africa
-Garage sale [Feel free to donate ANYTHING]
-Q&A Fundraiser
-Raffle/Benefit concert[I need volunteers for this, all the help I can get]
-Spaghetti dinner
Please, Tell your friends and family about the opportunities to help with this cause. Thank you! That would mean so much to me. Share on your facebook wall. Spread the word!!!
At first I couldn't believe it, I thought why would someone that I don't even know personally donate so much to this trip.
I was blown away, and started tearing up
Just having the realization when I don't know how this will all work out or how all the money will come in.
God just shows me in ways that will bring tear to my ears
and
saying
"I've got you, I have called you on this trip, so I will provide for you"
It amazes me at how great God is.
When I have doubts
God still there and has always been there.
I just didn't go to Him with my doubts or worries
I just need to open my eyes alittle wider and open up my heart to what I'm really feeling and speak it out.
God basically throws the worries out the window.
And I just begin to see how great God is
Stressing and worrying is a waste of time when I can just give everything to God and he will take control over it
