So in two days and less than 48 hours I will be on a plane headed to detroit, then to Manila!! That's in the Philippines in case you were wondering. I can not believe that I am about to embark on a 5 month long journey to the other side of the world with 3 people I have never even met before. But I can not wait. After Manila I'll be heading to the Pacific Rim and starting my life of living in villages. Yes, pottying in a hole in the ground, bathing from buckets, and sleeping on floors with clothes as my pillows. I feel like I should be dreading this, but the excitement is killing me!! It still hasn't sunk in that this isn't just an idea any more, it's going to happen and REALLY soon.
I'm going to try my hardest to keep this blog going while I'm over seas so ya'll will know how He is working and what all is going on. I have to admit that right now I'm not sure why I was chosen for this task. I am not saying this out of any kind of humbleness, but simply out of remorse for the sins that I have committed, not far in my past but still very recently. I know that He uses the least of us to do some of the most spectacular things and I do believe that He has chosen just that. In that sense I know great things will happen, not from my own abilities. I just don't feel that it is right for me to go over seas and people think that I am doing this great deed and am this wonderful person when the truth is that I have spent months away from my Love and have endorsed the world. I feel selfish to think that I have been chosen for this trip for my own self growth, since that is not the point of this trip, but it is meant for others. I did not feel that I could enter into a trip of service with all this on my back and confessing the sins that I have committed before I went. So though I do not find it fitting to list them here, I did feel the need to let it known. Please pray for me, not only that I will be given opportunites and open hearts, but also that long lasting change will occur. I love you all and I hope to keep you well updated on the impact whether small or large!!
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i'm lifting you up, girl! no worries if you rarely update this or never have the chance (which isn't likely, but just in case!); because you got people back here who are interceding for you like crazy! praise Him!
I'm so excited that the day is almost here. I know God has things planned for you there and he will do a great work through you. Dont worry about updates just an "I'm here" when you arrive will suffice. You have more important things to do. You are in our prayers always and Christ is with you always.
your brother
I think this is an amazing trip for you! You have a great relationship with God and he wants to use YOU for this. Take the time in Manila to get ready, study the word and ask God to help you prepare. I will pray for you too...everyday :) We all have our moments where you dont feel like 'we personally' feel like we should be the ones up for the journey but actually you are the perfect person. This trip is for the people over there but it is also for you. This is something that will change your life. Dont be afraid to be humble, everyone gets like that...be afraid when you say you have had enough, it will never happen :) I am so proud of you Sister, Love you and be safe! Have an amazing time and enjoy Gods grace. And who cares about holes in floors and undies as pillows. Think of the people you will meet, the food you will eat, the sights you will see and the experiences that you will cherish for the rest of your life! I would love to hear about everything on here but Im with the other two...at least let us know where you are every once in a while :)
Tell Dad and Marilyn I said Hi and Love them...if you get to see them
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