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| I have been away for quite a while, haven't I? I am home now enjoying vacation (at least until Mon.), and then I will be heading back up to the camp for a few weeks of Family Camp. This travel year has gone by so fast! God has done so much in my life over this past year. First, I learned a little more of how to really love the people on my team. I can honestly say that I love each one of them, and I know that the Lord has graciously given me that love for them. Second, I have seen the Lord change my view of life...I don't think I'm as uptight as I used to be. I don't really know how to explain that other than I have learned to relax and not judge people as much as I used to. I still have a long way to go in this area, but He is working on me. Finally, I think that I have grown in my trust and rest in Christ alone. Instead of worrying so much, the Lord has been teaching me to let go and simply trust Him. Obviously, I haven't grasped this concept completely, but I know that He will continue to change me. Again, it's so overwhelming how great God is...and I get to have a relationship with Him. Wow! Hopefully this kind of summarizes a little of what the Lord has done in me. I can't wait for another year! | | |
| Wow, I have been out of the loop for awhile. God has been rooting out so much in my wicked heart...more pride and selfishness. He is teaching me to let go of the will that I try to hold on to. It's hard. After Christmas break, I realized that my desire to work with teens has been diminishing. I've questioned if this is even what God wants me to do with the next few years of my life. It got to the point where I would dread going to invest in the teens before service...I am ashamed to even say that. Oh, but my God is good. After I was honest about where I was at, God has given me so much grace. Last night in the prayer room, He gave me the words I needed to say to a teen girl. He poured out His love for me by giving me an opportunity to be used. Oh, if I could only trust that He knows what is best. How would my life be different? | | |
| Jesus is so worthy of my praise. He has abundantly blessed my life. Lately He has lavished His love upon my life, and I am in awe of His forgiveness and mercy. I don't deserve anything...yet, He loves me. These last few weeks back on the road have been so refreshing. Why does God even love me? I don't think I will ever understand why, but I am so grateful that no wisdom, understanding, or counsel can avail against the Lord. He is in control, and He will take care of me. Praise His HOLY name! | | |
| I am doing good...because the Lord is good. I love being at home, but I have been finding out how much I really miss the team. It seems like when I'm on the road, I miss my family so much. Then, when I'm home, I miss the team. Will I ever be content in whatever state I am? I have been spending alot of time with my family, and it has been great. I am so thankful for them, and I don't want to take the time I have with them for granted. My Father is a Giver of good things. | | |
| It's so nice to be home on break! I actually get to sleep in, go Christmas shopping, and spend time catching up with everyone. However, one thing that has been hard is having really good times in the presence of the Lord. I have to admit that sometimes I just read God's Word to read it...instead of filling me up, I leave feeling dry and wanting more. I KNOW that He is all I need to be satisfied, but it's another thing to live this truth out. Why do I keep feeding my flesh? I don't want to be content with crumbs...Lord, I need your help. You are all I need, and You should be all that I want. Your grace is sufficient. | | |
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