WEEK 1 – training camp
The Lord has been so present over the last few weeks. I have felt Him closely since I got on the plane to Georgia, and at the airport, I discovered that I was FULLY FUNDED!!!!!! Praise the Lord!!!! I could’ve been dancing in the Starbucks line, for the joy it gave me. There is so much peace in knowing that God is already fulfilling my every need.
From meeting my squad mates and discussing every topic under the sun to already feeling like a family with those who were strangers only a week ago. I look around at my team; there is so much love in this community. More love than I have ever seen in a group of individuals, and more desire to follow God as a group than I have ever known. There is a sense of simply wanting to pursue Him, and desperately diving deeper into His love. Through that, we have a strong bond, a sense of unity, and hearts that actively seek to follow and serve. It was a week full of worship, and beauty between brokenness. He is moving in powerful ways, and giving us grace as we learn how to walk with Him.
At training camp, we eat meals that are from cultures all around the world. We sleep in tents, and give up our phones through the day to create an environment close to what it’ll be for us once we leave the States! Now, I love my alone time, but I didn’t bring a watch so I was fully dependent on my teammates and the people I was with to get to places on time. The Lord began to provide for me early in the week, starting with one of my new friends giving me a watch, and through that providing me the ability to be alone with God. Ever since it has been such a blessing and a privilege to go and sit with Him. I didn’t realize how much I neglected my time to be in my space with Him as my only source.
My body has been an absolute wreck since getting to training camp – there has been pain, sickness, a sprained ankle, and a bladder infection ailing my spirit. BUT, the Lord has taught me greatly through this time of dependency on Him. God is reminding me that I need His strength every day, and I need to abide in His presence. He is healing me, at a rate faster than normal, but slower than I would appreciate. He is teaching me reliance on others, and that needing help is not a burden to those around me. Every morning, He is redeeming my heart little by little. Last night, I was baptized for a second time. My heart was healed by the grace of God, and He is moving in our midst. He carries us through our trials, and His yoke is easy to carry. Every breath is His. I will use my lungs to praise the Father. The one who redeems, heals, and restores all living things. My team dances and rejoices in the Spirit – I couldn’t be more blessed.
These are the links to my immediate team members: they bring so much light and joy to my life. I love being here, and my heart is so full.
https://abbyrwallace.theworldrace.org/
https://cecileyboynton.theworldrace.org/
https://elisefriderich.theworldrace.org/
https://elladoyon.theworldrace.org/
https://emmakramer.theworldrace.org/
https://arwynwatters.theworldrace.org/
Ahhhh friend! This is such. Beautiful blog. Your joy in the Lord simply radiates through your words. We are so excited to how you have already been called into deeper intimacy and for what the Lord has in store in the coming months. We will be praying over your health and for the rest of your team.
Thank you for the updates, it’s a blessing. We love you!!
Jamie
Not only is God with you but I am to in prayer.
Love feeling your joy even though starting out the adventure with physical trials. You are a blessing and your joy will reach many people for God in your future!! Praying for you and your team! ❤️