Two short weeks ago I found out I was accepted to the World Race! Time seems to be moving rather quickly! In a few months I’ll be embarking on the craziest journey of my life.
Amidst all of the excitement, I am just reminded that obedience comes at a cost and that cost means giving up everything. I am required to pick up my cross and follow Jesus where he is calling me to go. Even if this means quitting my job that I have been at for six years, missing out on big life events, and leaving behind a great community. But, somehow, regardless of the loss, I count it all as nothing compared to the sweet journey that Jesus wants me to take with him.
For the past few years, I have had the opportunity to work as a nurse taking care of many different types of people. Because of my career, I’ve also had the freedom to attend a mission trip with the Eikon college ministry to Peru this past Summer. While I was there, I was able to experience the reality that hope is lacking not only in the United States, but also, in South America, and, throughout the world. While in Peru, we worked from dawn until dusk with the local church, praying, worshipping, and even the far from glamourous job of scrubbing toilets. Never before had I felt as full as I did in those two weeks of working for and in communion with the church of Jesus Christ.
After coming back from Peru, I slowly began to feel led by the Lord to pursue ministry for a longer period of time. Through many hours of praying, seeking, and questioning other missionaries, I feel ready to take on an even greater commitment with Adventures in Missions on The World Race.
So, here goes nothing. What I am giving up is nothing in comparison to the bountiful life I am accepting. Where the spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. “I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.” John 10:10. So Jesus, I say yes. I say yes to extreme change and growth. I say yes to trusting you during this season of my life. And I say yes to being your worker for your kingdom. Here I am Lord. Send me.
