If you haven’t heard by now, I am co-leading a group of people through Adventures in Missions called Passport. We have been in Costa Rica for about two weeks, and we have about another two weeks to go.
This has been an amazing experience for me to grow personally. I have always struggled with viewing myself as a leader. Being more on the quiet side, I have felt like I don’t have the “right personality” to be a leader. I signed up to lead this trip to put this to the test.
And, of course, the Lord has revealed so much to me along the way. The participants on this trip have spoken so much into my life. Encouraging me that I do have what it takes to be a leader. And I honestly believe that about myself now.
I went on the World Race to figure out what my passion in ministry was, and I never fully felt like I figured it out. But I can honestly say that walking alongside this age group (18-22) has ignited a passion I didn’t know existed.
We have been doing a lot of construction type projects here in Costa Rica. For the first few days we were in the mountains working on a House of Prayer. Also working in a greenhouse, which uses the produced food to help feed homeless, widows, and children.
The next week was spent in the jungles of Talamanca. It was challenging for the team, switching to such a warm climate. And let me tell you, they worked hard! Farming and harvesting beans and plantains for men who had lost their families due to their alcohol problems. Trying to show them the love of Christ, through helping them with their work.
And while this is also my ministry, my main ministry is discipling my team. I have loved getting to walk along side these people. I get to hear their stories, their dreams, their hurts, and their passions. And I get to speak into the tough parts and the joys of doing mission work internationally.
We have another few weeks in Costa Rica, and I’m so excited to continue to disciple and work along side them. I am about 30% funded for this trip. I need another $980 to continue serving in Costa Rica.
I have debated even posting a blog about this, because I almost feel guilt for having to fundraise again. The World Race was a lot of money, and now I am asking for more?!? Come on, Lord! But I feel like he is asking me to give up this pride, and just simply ask if any of you would be willing to partner with me again.
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