Training camp was a tiring, sweaty, challenging, awesome experience for the second time. I was reminded often over the last 10 days of how training camp 2 years ago was the beginning of something that would forever change me and would alter the course of my life. I got to meet the beautiful 49 people God has given me to love, disciple and lead on their World Race. I spent a lot of time listening to the stories of their lives; their struggles, passions, fears, desires, anxieties, and I already love them so much (and know ALL of their names, this is true success.)
That fact that I am squad leading really hit me this week, much like a too cold swim on a too hot summer day- shocking and breath-taking at first, and then refreshing and comfortable once I was settled in a bit. I am going. Again. Into the world, away from all things “normal,” away from family and friends and convenience. This time with a different role, with new challenges and new room to grow. I am SO excited, honored, and a little scared.
Also, can we talk about how God is sending me back to Thailand? I have been asking Him to send me back to these people who I fell in LOVE with since my month spent there in November 2013.
At the end of this month, I will hop on a plane and head to Thailand, where I will have the opportunity to serve the Thai people again through teaching, working against trafficking, and spreading Jesus’ name through love. My biggest ministry this time though, is to lead the people on my squad well. This journey is challenging and crazy and beautiful, and I get to be the person this time who is discipling the young men and women who’ve chosen to give this time to The Lord. I can’t wait to walk along side them as they discover their true identity in Jesus, and that their purpose is far greater than any they could’ve imagined for their lives. I am so excited to be on this path that I know God is leading me down, to take this step into something I believe He made me for. I am thankful for the experiences and seasons of life that have taught and grown me to be ready for this, and can’t wait to see how God uses me.
This time, I have a lot less money to raise, but a few more responsibilities that I will be attempting to take care of while overseas. I am hoping to sell my car before I go to offset loans, and am praying about how to fundraise this time! If you feel lead to support me, please click on the ‘Support Me’ link 🙂 You can also support me via PayPal or the fundraising site that my mom set up- just contact me if you’d like more information!
If you have any questions, or would like to hear more details about me squad leading please let me know- I’d be happy to give you some of my time and share my heart with you.
