Okay, so I’ve written and re-written this blog what seems like a hundred times. I just have SO many things I want to tell you but I can’t seem to find the words to express whatever is going on in my head.
Like, some days I’m all “Oh my gosh. This is my life. I have to fit my life into this giant bag that I carry around on my back all the time. I can’t do that, Jesus I’m not cut out for this.”
Then there are days where I’m so dang excited I can barely stand it. “I could totally get on a plane tomorrow, just throw some things in my pack and be off. Get me to Atlanta so I can meet my team and be off for the races.”
And some days seem so normal that I completely forget I’m leaving for the World Race in three months..
It’s just been a whirlwind of emotions lately; and I think that’s why I’ve had such a hard time blogging. Consider that your warning. This is me rambling in an attempt to fill you in and keep you in the loop on the latest happenings.
First of all, THANK YOU, to my incredible support team. “Thankful” does not even begin to describe how I feel for all of you. Your prayers, financial donations and friendship have made this journey a heck of a lot easier.
[Huge shout out to these three, who helped me with my very first
World Race fundraiser at Livin’ Out Loud.]
Secondly, I started purchasing gear. REI was having their Labor Day sale so I grabbed some of those sales while I could. Things I purchased: my pack, my tent, my sleeping bag, and my sleeping pad (which I may exchange).
[This is Craig & he’s hilarious. He fitted me for my pack & hooked
me up with a bunch of awesome gear for the race.]
Also, quick prayer request for all my prayer warriors. My extroverted personality and love for people makes it really hard for me to say no. Which leads me into my next point, I have REALLY spread myself quite thin over the next couple months; two “real” jobs, two coaching jobs, traveling and some social time here and there leaves me quite exhausted. I’m not asking for sympathy, just that you would send of that super sweet Holy Spirit strength my way.
Lastly, I need to start preparing for battle. Preparing for long travel days. Preparing for hot days and sleepless nights. Preparing to spiritually fight for some seriously wounded and broken people. This weekend, I realized I need to be more diligent in preparing for the World Race. I need to be more diligent about spending intimate time with God praying for the countries I will be visiting, praying for the people my team and I will meet, praying for all my needs to be met, and the list goes on. I need to be more aware of the Spirit inside of me and live in constant obedience to Him. My friend once said to me, “If you don’t do it in America, you won’t do it on the mission field.” And I will tell you, it is SO true. If I snooze through the alarm I set to get up early and have coffee with Jesus in America, I can guarantee you I’ll snooze through the same alarm in Costa Rica. So if you’re reading this, you have permission to call me out on this. When you see me say, “Vic, what scriptures have you been reading lately? What has the Lord been revealing to you in your prayer life? How is the Spirit at work in your life?” I’m being serious, call me out! Please!
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Well that’s about all for now. If you ordered a shirt, they’ll be here Friday! My next fundraiser will be September 19th during the Harvest Festival parade; if you like Mexican food come support my trip by eating at our food booth.
Never forget that your Father is for you. Keep dreaming and continue seeking Him.
Here’s a little encouragement for you:
“He can take the most barren and broken life — even the kind of life that has aborted its own promises many time over — and in it plant a glorious new promise, along with all the strength that is needed to carry it to full term.” – Heidi Baker
You guys are awesome. Love always.
-V
PS: How can I be praying for YOU!? Comment below or send me a quick email. It would be my pleasure to be praying for you in whatever season the Lord has you walking through.
