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Every Good and Perfect Gift

Posted on Thursday, December 19, 2019

"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change." James 1:17



In answer to many prayers, the Lord has provided my every need in this season of fundraising and preparation for moving to Mexico City. The fundraising process was far from easy-- in fact, I had never experienced more emotional or mental exhaustion than during that time. But by my weakness and introversion, He proved it was His work and not mine. People often credit me for doing a great job of fundraising, but I willingly confess that it was always through avenues I did not expect or even seek that He provided the financial and prayer support I need, above and beyond what I ever anticipated. I reached my budget goal in mid-November, another answer to prayer for extra space to rest and prepare for what is ahead.



I've been able to reconnect with old and new friends who are walking with me on this journey with more love and care than I can ever repay. I've been having FUN doing things that won't be so available to me in Mexico... snowshoeing, swing dancing, pottery painting, sledding, hiking, and exploring my beloved Fort Collins and Denver. I realized I’d never had a season before when I wasn't in school and/or working, and this month has been one of much-needed rest for my soul. Though still very full, it has not been draining or stressful; instead, the precious quality time I've had with loved ones has filled me up to the brim with joy and heart-rest.



I got to travel to Missouri for a very long weekend visiting precious missionary friends I met in Nicaragua three years ago. It felt as if no time had passed since doing life with them on the Wangky River in the sweetness of their friendship. 



Two dear college friends visited from out of state and blessed me with their company. A group of high school and college friends gathered to celebrate my 23 trips around the sun and priceless memories were made. 



In a few days I will be reunited with my brother, sister-in-law, and two darling nieces for the holidays. 



As I step into the biggest, most intimidating change of my life, I find such joy in these beautiful relationships God has given me. I know my people are behind me, cheering me on and praying for me faithfully. I would be lost without this support. 



Ironically, I am not naturally one to seek out change or adventures outside my comfort zone (surprising, I know). But there is a stronger pull on my heart than that of wanting to rest with my people and places of security: the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I am blessed beyond measure with the community of loved ones I enjoy right here in Colorado, and it would make a lot more sense from a worldly perspective to hold on to these, cling to them, and keep anything from creating distance or change in them. But the God who sent His Son out of paradise from perfect, eternal, unbroken relationship into the mess of our sin-stained world has called me to be part of bringing His lost children into relationship with Him. When I think of the eternity with my Savior that awaits, what a small price it is to leave my temporary home and comfort to invite other precious souls to know Christ! 



It is a gift to know the anchoring love of my cherished family and friends who are selflessly cheering me on as I go to Mexico. It is a gift to be here, now, with my most important people for Christmas. And it is a gift to leave them for the sake of the Gospel, that Christ may use my life and ministry to bring more souls into fellowship with Him through faith in the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ on our behalf.  



 

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