Ya know those times you just feel God's hand upon you? It is strong, yet gentle and kind. It is powerful and moving. Yet tender and compassionate.
When I left India in December, I was a little frustrated that I would be in the US for 6 weeks, despite that it was for so many good reasons (vacation, meeting with supporters, and a YL Conference). But I hate uncertainty. And feeling out of control. And waiting.
But a mentor reminded me that we can be certain in the uncertainty as Christians, because Jesus is our Rock and the only constant in an ever-changing world. So I chose faith over fear and worry. Again. (Cuz let's be honest, we have to choose faith over fear DAILY; it's a constant battle) And God has shown up in crazy ways.
He provided for my "lak" (Indian currency: 1 lak = 100,000 rupees = about $2000) that I needed to go to this YL conference, given me peace about what is going on in Siliguri without me, helping me dream more big dreams for YL in India and a possible way to generate income for YL leaders there, led me to be ok with exploring what I could possibly do in American when I come home (possibly in June), opened my eyes to new and big possibilities for my life wherever I am (in India OR Nashville), and confirming these things with the people I have been meeting with over the past 3 weeks.
May the favor of the LORD our God rest upon us;
Establish the work of our hands for us,
Yes, establish the work of our hands.
When I left India in December, I was a little frustrated that I would be in the US for 6 weeks, despite that it was for so many good reasons (vacation, meeting with supporters, and a YL Conference). But I hate uncertainty. And feeling out of control. And waiting.
But a mentor reminded me that we can be certain in the uncertainty as Christians, because Jesus is our Rock and the only constant in an ever-changing world. So I chose faith over fear and worry. Again. (Cuz let's be honest, we have to choose faith over fear DAILY; it's a constant battle) And God has shown up in crazy ways.
He provided for my "lak" (Indian currency: 1 lak = 100,000 rupees = about $2000) that I needed to go to this YL conference, given me peace about what is going on in Siliguri without me, helping me dream more big dreams for YL in India and a possible way to generate income for YL leaders there, led me to be ok with exploring what I could possibly do in American when I come home (possibly in June), opened my eyes to new and big possibilities for my life wherever I am (in India OR Nashville), and confirming these things with the people I have been meeting with over the past 3 weeks.
May the favor of the LORD our God rest upon us;
Establish the work of our hands for us,
Yes, establish the work of our hands.
Psalm 90:17
I am truly resting in God and marveling at the way He is leading me. It is the best place to be in. I am content, being confident in His plan for me. What a blessing to be content in uncertainty! To know my Daddy has a plan. A good plan.
"let's be honest: we have to choose faith over fear DAILY." love it. a lot. so true.
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