Over the last 5 months, God has used people around the world to impact who I am today and who I will be tomorrow. God puts people in our lives for a reason. My team has definitely had an impact on who I am and have been by my side as we draw closer to Him. But I want to talk about the other people I have met along the way.
In the DR, Clamente’s prayers and faith were a testimony to me. His faith pulled him through each time. He prayed and believed and God would supply. Clamente’s faith has taught me that faith truly can move mountains. Though I struggle with it sometimes, I am learning to have the faith of a child.
In Haiti, I met a couple, Candice and Amos. Candice left her comforts of home (in Canada) and followed God as He led her to Haiti. Then God blessed her with a wonderful husband. I have always told God I was going to make Him wait on my plans before I could accomplish His. But through her stories I see that God blesses you when you are obedient.
In Cambodia, Piseth (along with some other students) asked me many questions and some caused me to think a little deeper than I ever had before. Some of the students’ hearts were searching for God even after accepting Him and it was through them that I realized that the search never really ends. Yeah, surely we get to know God but it can always go deeper.
In Thailand, Nu and Mango taught me that I could still have fun while worshipping my God. Our lives should be an act of worship and God intended life to be fun and adventurous. Through all we do, do it unto the Lord!
In Ma/lay/sia, the family my team had the opportunity to stay with taught me the beauty of family and how blessed I am. They have taught me that just a smile, hug, words of encouragement, sharing in your sorrows or prayer is enough to help anyone through the day.
There are still 6 more countries where I know God will use the people I meet to impact my life. Please help me by supporting me. Whether it’s a one-time gift or a monthly pledge, your support is needed to keep me on this race and to continue to be blessed by the people I meet.
And a little bit on my team members because I love them dearly!
Rachel: She has taught me that though I struggle, I can always find strength in Christ.
Di: She has taught me to believe in the woman Christ has called me to be.
Darci: She has taught me that joy comes in the morning.
Jenn: She has taught me to live, laugh and love selflessly.
Zack: He has taught me to not care what the world thinks but to live sold out for God.
Dave: He has taught me to seek God in all things.
I LOVE these people!
