I am fully funded!
I know it’s something that we prayed for, but it’s been two weeks and I’m still in awe. Our final deadline was March 1st. If I would not have met that deadline, I would have been sent home with just 6 months on the Race.
I remember a few days before the deadline, I broke down in front of God and my team. Anxiety and fear got the best of me and I was freaking out. I was still in need of $3,500 and didn’t know what to do. How was this going to happen in a matter of 3 days? Others had personal money they could put towards their account, but I had nothing. Either God would move through the generosity of others or I’d be coming home. Now it sounds silly, but I’m being honest when I say I wasn’t sure this was going to happen. And then…
Two days before $600 came in. The following day another $600. And finally, the day before, over $2200 came in putting me way past the amount needed to be fully funded for a total of $17,552. One of my biggest prayers around funding was that I would meet the deadline. Although I was kept on edge, God provided!
To my supporters. I sincerely cannot thank you enough for your giving and prayers. I know for many, you gave sacrificially. I am both encouraged and challenged by the generosity of all of you. This past 6 months has left me speechless. Please know that your support has blessed more than just me. I wish my words could capture the gratitude of our hosts who are doing amazing work in the world yet are in desperate need of rest, help, and encouragement. I wish my pictures could fully grasp the joy of the children & adults we meet. Many who are abandoned and in desperate need of affirmation. Trust me when I say, a lot happens in one month! So, thank you so much. I am truly forever humbled and grateful.
To my Savior. What an amazing year this has been! I remember being so discouraged by fundraising and so worried about how it was all going to work out. Thank you so much that from the beginning this was about more than money. In fact, you used this journey to deepen my faith, break away from my spirit of independence, see how deeply loved I am by you and others, and simply to reveal your goodness. It’s been a time of ups and downs and I am so grateful for your grace and mercy. I thank you that even in the midst of my doubts, you honored the little faith I had and helped me with my unbelief. My heart rejoices in knowing and serving such a wonderful God. Thank you again for doing things your way and not mine.
If you would still like to support me financially, please consider giving to my personal finances. Since I am not earning any money this year, I am need of support as I prepare to transition back home in 4.5 months. If you are able and willing to give to my personal finances, please contact me directly by clicking on the “email me” link on the right hand side. My goal is to raise $3,000 to help get started when I return home.
Thank you!!
