A couple years ago I went on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic. My leaders for the trip were amazing and I remember walking away thinking that I would love to lead a team someday. To pour into people's lives like other's have done to me. To take them into the nations and watch how their lives will be transformed by what they encounter. I thought it was wishful thinking at the time. I would have never guessed that just a short couple years later I would be doing exactly that. And not only a short 2 week trip but a full 3 months. And who would have guessed that I would absolutely love it.
I love seeing the greatness in people and then calling it out. Helping them rise up to who God has created them to be. To walk them through abandonment, brokenness and healing and then celebrate the freedom they find in Christ. The whole process is so beautiful to me. Leading is most definitely no walk in the park. It has its moments of frustrations and heartbreaks but its so worth it when a person finds freedom. I love it!
One question that I find myself asking a lot is who am I? Who am I that God would choose to use me? Who am I to be allowed a front row seat to watching God's hand at work? Who am I to lead this team? Who am I to be trusted with so much? I don't understand why God chooses me but I am so humbled and thankful for it. I feel so blessed and honored. I love where I am and what I do. I don't think I would rather do anything else.
The past 2 months have been amazing. When I think back to training camp and who everybody was then I can't help but celebrate everything God has done within such a short amount of time. I also love the fact that it isn't over yet. That our lives are continuing to be changed and molded by our Father. The first two months were amazing and I know the last 6 weeks are going to be just as life changing. I am ready. Lets do this!
