So lately I’ve been getting a bajillion emails about everyone’s postings and comments and such, and I’m always quick to read but slow to post. It’s been very encouraging to read about what everyone is doing right now and the different team building challenges, but it has also been a little disheartening as well. Since as long as I can remember, whenever I’m about to do something big for God, or finally learn something that God has been trying to teach me over and over again, Satan comes at me even harder. And I should know to just expect it, to look for it, to be on my guard, but I’m not. I get blindsided. And that’s where I’ve been living at this past week and a half. Completely blindsided by Satan’s backhand. And its embarrassing to have to pull myself up and say “WOW, that came out of nowhere.” and “God, I blew it…AGAIN.” But in all honesty, that’s where I am. And I know that I have forgiveness in Christ, and I can claim it, and walk away from sin and Satan, and I am. It’s just frustrating to know that I need God so much everyday, especially in preparing for this trip, and to feel that distance and void that comes with sin. So, I guess all that I’m trying to say is thank you all so much for your continued postings on faith and truth and God’s greatness. They have been a huge encouragement! I love reading about your lives and can’t wait to meet you all in September (hopefully!!) Thanks guys, goodnite!
