So today was the last day the J squad gets to spend with Aaron as our squad leader. In saying our goodbyes I’ve taken a look at all he has meant, done and been for me. I know that most of you may not know this, but I have lived with many insecurities. Insecurities in being a man, a leader and a spouse, the latter two because of the first. Now God of course has always known and seen these things in me and in his infinite wisdom brought me here for more than just a missions trip and he brought Aaron out here for more than just a second go at this. Over these last four month God has used Aaron and others to encourage and call out the man God has called and created me to be. Aaron in particular has been pivotal in calling out the courageous and bold warrior that God has put in me. He saw and called out a prophetic voice inside me and then stood with me as I struggled to grasp what that meant. All the while, encouraging me to be bold in it. I am blessed to have had him here to lead, direct, encourage and challenge me. I know that if I never see Aaron again after this (and I really hope that I do) I’ll never forget him and what he has taught me. This trip has become more to me than just a missions trip. It has become an initiation. An initiation into manhood and what Kingdom looks like. Thank you Aaron, for being a part of that and my friend through it all.
Nick
