11 Days Till Departure

God is so good. Not only did I meet my support goal but He is just working so much in myself and my family. It is so strange to think I only have 3 days left of work at Mitchell Chiropractic. That place has been my second home, and I have developed such a friendship with Teri and Tifni; it will be hard to say goodbye. But I guess all good things come to an end. What a blessing it was to work for a wonderful Christian boss and to go into work knowing everyday we would be sharing and showing the Love of Christ. It was a blessing and a challenge many days, but I learned so much.


Also, while I was reading the Bible with my mom this morning, a passage really stuck out to me. In Philippians 4 Paul thanks the Philippians for their gifts. He says (v10-12) "I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed you have been concerned, but had no opportunity to show it. I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want." and then in verse 14, 17-19 Paul says "Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles...Not that I am looking for a gift, but I am looking for what may be credited to your account. I have received full payment and even more; I am amply supplied, now that I have received the gifts you sent me. They are fragrant offerings, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus".

I think this really hits home for me because of the past 3 months I have been trusting the Lord in his decision to send me to Australia. I have depended on him to take control of my future, do with me what He wants and ultimately raise the support to get there. Honestly, at first, I put God in a box and doubted that He could conquer such a big goal; but the Lord was quick to put that lie to rest, and He provided continuously. I had so much encouragement and reassurance from people. But ultimately I think God was trying to teach me the "secret of being content in any and every situation". I don't need miraculous signs for him to prove to me that He is the great provider and in control of all things, because He has done that my entire life. Truly, this experience has changed my perspective.


I too like Paul want to give thanks to all of you who gave. I absolutely am blessed, and humbled by people's altruistic character and obedience to the Lord. I had total confidence that God would meet my need and having you all be a part of that is a joy. I am so excited! I am overwhelmed with excitement because I can't wait to see how God will "credit you account" with blessings. Thank you for being a part of my life and for your blessings, love, kindness and grace shown to me daily. I will continue to pray that God would provide above and beyond for all your needs, and I have faith that He will.