A manager at my work was going on a trip to Jerusalem and offered to take our written down prayers to Jerusalem’s Western Wall. So excited at the opportunity, I wrote on a little yellow post-it, with two simple words: ‘Send Me.’ While I know the Lord hears my prayers, I think He used the little yellow post-it in a major way….
Since high school I have had a weird attraction/pull to Africa,
anytime someone would speak of Africa, or a news channel would cover a story on
Africa I would find myself completely captivated. I have always desired to serve internationally
to experience and understand other peoples view on who God is, how they worship
and love Him. I have watched and greatly
admired many peers go and be sent out on many great adventures, crazily following
God’s call. But I lacked the belief/confidence
that God had something that incredible for me. I don’t have a degree, or a valuable trade like
medicine or a background in construction that would be valuable on mission
trips. I have always felt like I wasn’t
equipped, talented or skilled enough to go.
However, the truth is God doesn’t call the qualified, He qualifies the
called. I believe that God has called me
into a season that requires me to get off my knees and pray, to be courageous
enough to go boldly in the direction of my dreams and pray God will bless the
journey. By no means can I afford to go
to Africa to serve on my own, but living by faith alone I know God will open
doors and provide.
Is it scary, HECK yea!
Self-Doubting, been there.
Am I right where God wants me to be, ABSOLUTELY.
As I blew out the candles to my 27th birthday cake,
my wish was to “ always be in God’s Will,”
what a beautiful feeling to know I am there….
Vanessa,
ReplyDeleteI'm so excited for your trip and what He has in store for you while you go on your journey! I really feel like you were the one who blessed me on my journey to Jerusalem and your "simple" prayer is exactly what God wanted to hear from you. Your righteousness is highlighted by your passion for Christ. Your prayer was answered and will continue to be answered because, as it says in James 5, the prayer of the righteous is powerful and effective.
Being submissive to His will is really scary but your attitidue of service will always help you overcome that fear. Remember, as He told Joshua in his times of uncertainty, "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go", including to Africa. You've been qualified for this...you're going to make a huge impact on others during your trip just as you do every day in your "regular" life. As a Christian, I know you don't strive to be regular but instead you have a desire to be exceptional. Well, let me tell you one thing I've learned about you over the past many months: You, young lady, are exceptional in all you do.
This will be such an amazing journey for you and will change the way you describe your walk with God forever. I'm proud of you for taking this step. I can't wait to hear all about it when you get back. Stay blessed and be safe!
With love,
Kolby
So incredibly excited for you Nessaa. God has mighty plans for you and all the lucky people whose path you will cross. Can't wait to hear about your adventure! Love ya!
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