This blog has been a long time coming. I am currently sitting at Kids International Ministries in Manila, Philippines after 4 flights and a days worth of travel ready to start this new month of ministry. Before I move on I would love to tell you about the amazing things learned in Nicaragua.
Month three has been the toughest month so far on the race. I don’t say that with a sense of disappointment, but instead knowledge of faithfulness.
From the start of the month my team has battled sickness and discouragement.
We have struggled with disagreement and hurt,
loss and anger.
Feelings that threaten to cripple any man or woman who takes them on alone.
Thankfully we do not have to stand helpless to these attacks. Through this month the Lord has been faithful to restore relationships and refine our character to love each other and our ministry not by our own strength, but with Jesus’s.
The most important lesson that I have learned this month has been through my overwhelming understanding that my weaknesses are where the Lord will show His trust worthy nature. There have been times that I have been confused by the situation around me, had no clue what decision to make, or felt helpless to enact any change. This is where the Lord has shown up. This is where He has made His presence known in my life.
I am reminded of the role I play in this story unfolding. Not a role that places me as the main character of my life, but instead one that allows me to be used in God’s redemptive plan. I am completely in awe of the people I can serve and those the Lord has sent to serve me.
Please don’t misunderstand. The more I live my life as a part of God’s story, the closer I am to the center of the action!
This adventure is never ending:)
