This past year has been an amazing journey. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about how grateful I am and how God has blessed me so abundantly. I’m grateful to be from the United States where I have a home, clothes, food and family. I’m blessed that my family also follows and loves Christ. I’m grateful for the opportunity I’ve had to travel around the world this past year. I’m thankful for how God has protected me and my squad. With all the travel and places we’ve been it’s just amazing how He’s provided and guided us. I’m grateful to all my supporters. I appreciate all of you who have provided financially and kept me in your prayers throughout this year. I know I’ll never be able to express my gratitude for all of you and your faithfulness.
I’m grateful for all I’ve been able to do and see this year. I know my perspective on the world will forever be changed. One thing that remains the same is God is always good. He is with us wherever we go, and He loves us so much.
So, what’s next?
Since I was a little girl, I’ve had a passion for horses. Thankfully, God has blessed me with many horses throughout my life. My dad always thought I’d grow out of my horse-crazy phase, but it still hasn’t happened! In college, I was blessed to be on the Oklahoma State women’s equestrian team. Then after college, I was blessed to work at the American Quarter Horse Association.
I haven’t had the chance to ride or do much with horses this year, other than riding in Australia, but God has continued to show me how much I love these beautiful creatures He’s created. Sometimes the more you’re away from something, the more you realize how much you love it.
I feel God has confirmed my passion for horses this year, but He’s also revealed to me that I need to use this passion to serve Him. We all have different gifts and passions, but it’s up to us whether we use those to serve and glorify Christ or ourselves. I want to glorify Christ.
So, that’s what I hope to do. I’m not exactly sure what that will look like yet, but I’m hoping to work toward becoming a horse riding instructor. I want to share my passion with others and allow them to experience the joy of these amazing animals God has created. I’d also like to work with therapeutic riding and help people with disabilities gain more freedom. To begin, I’m looking for places where I can gain more experience and work toward these goals. I know God will provide if this is truly what He’s calling me to.
I still love traveling and missions, and I hope to always keep those as an important part of my life.
M Squad
