I have always had this sense that there was more out there for me. I knew this deep down from when I was young, and I still have that same feeling. There are times that I have felt glimpses of what is out there for me, and I run towards these things with hopes of finding what I am longing for.
Some of these experiences happened much before I really began to know who Jesus was. I remember first feeling this when I worked with kids, mainly family and cousins. I knew that there were big plans for my life, and there was something that clicked in my brain, in a way- God telling me, that there were going to be opportunities for me with children, and I thought that it might mean that I would have kids some day. But now I dare to dream bigger.
After this experience with kids, the next few overwhelming callings came in gradually. I began to feel this same feeling when I would do art, build, or travel. Again, I would have small dreams about seeing Paris, or having a job in construction, or taking photos. I dared to dream on occasion of being a travel photographer (like everyone has at one point or another).
My dreams increased from microscopic to miniature, as I dreamt of making one of these passions into a profession- owning a woodworking shop, being a photographer, working with kids.
An opportunity actually opened up for me to begin teaching early childhood education, and I fell in love with it. You can read more about my job (and more) in the “About Me” section of my blog! I realize with the job that I currently have, is that God has more for me, and I can not sit still until I find what that is.
As my faith has matured, I have begun to give up my small ambitions, and chasing after bigger dreams that resonate- like building homes and rescuing children in third world countries. A dream that matters and can change the world.
I no longer believe in coincidence, although I did at one point.
The World Race has come up year after year for me. Meeting people who have completed the race, applying for the race, praying about it, etc.
The first deadline had almost passed, and the amount needed was within ten dollars of what I had thought I was saving. I had planned to use this money to buy a house as an investment property to provide economic security for me, however as I prayed about it, I saw that God was at work, and that money would be used for something much greater than anything that I had planned.
In the past times that I considered leaving on the World Race, the financial means for the race were the scariest part, and God knew that He needed to eliminate that fear for me to take the first step.
Not knowing what the race holds entirely, but feeling confident that I will find the next puzzle piece of what I am searching for, I am committed to the race.
I know in what I am searching for, God will show up and honor this step of faith by meeting the financial goals, revealing what he has for me, and deepening my love and understanding of Him.
Please do not hesitate to contact me with questions or encouragement.
I am looking for people who are able to join my support team through prayer and financial support. I look forward to hearing from you about how you can join my team and how we can move forward together to change the world!
