We are now out of Tanzania and getting ready to head to Uganda. I don’t yet know where I will be or what I will be doing except for serving the Lord. That is all I ever want to do no matter where I am or what I am doing.
As I reflect back on Tanzania and what happened within me while I was there, I realized more was accomplished than I thought. One thing I asked God to teach me this year was how to surrender %100. I can’t say I am there but I am much closer than I have ever been. Over these past months I have surrendered many things; my job, my family, my computer, many comforts in life, what I thought this trip would be, relationships, and now the Race itself. This month I had to come to terms with the possibility of giving this up. That is not what I want to do and yet God asked me if I would be willing. I am at a place of contentment in any course for my life, as long as God is in the lead. I have no idea if the support will come in or not, the point is either way I will accept what God has in store. That is a wonderful place to be. I am at peace and the things that used to be stressful are not a focus anymore.
This is not to say that I won’t make any decisions on my own or that my interests don’t matter. I have many desires and I pray that God gives me those that are in line with His will. I ask that because those desires will be the best to fulfill. I believe that God knows me so well that He will give me the right desires. God created me and has given me my talents and gifts. This is great so that what I am good at and enjoy doing God will use within my life journey.
The great news is He created all of us and wants all of us! He wants us so much that He sent His son to die for us! And now we have a savior and King who is worth following! So, He knows you, He wants you, and He loves you more than anyone else is able to.
With that in mind think about the things you like to do. Think about the things you are naturally good at. What are your passions? What motivates you to get up every day?
When was the last time you took a look into who you are? That is what I have been doing this year and it is worth doing every so often because sometimes we sway from who we know we are and want to be. I encourage you to let God be a part of that process since He knows you perfectly (and loves you just the same.. amazing right?).
As I continue to grow into a better woman I get more excited about the possibilities in front of me. I will pray for you in this as well and trust that it will bring you to a better place. Thank you for your support just by reading and thanks if you are part of the reason I am here.
Please pray for me that I will be where I need to be and God will be my lead. Please pray for safety as we travel and disperse across Uganda next week. I have been working out and trying to get in better shape so pray for no sickness or injuries on my team. Thanks.
