The Beginning of an Adventure

Right now I am sitting by myself on the floor in an empty airport. Bright and early in the morning, I will leave to go to Haiti for one month. For many people, going to a third world country for that amount of time would be a huge sacrifice. For me, on the other hand, it's the complete opposite. Two years ago I fell in love with Haiti and all the people there. I could go on and on about the reasons why I love this place. So going to Haiti for a month was by no means a hard decision for me. This trip is nothing but a HUGE blessing. I have the opportunity to serve God by sharing His extravagant love in a place that I have a deep passion for. I get to love on kids who God has used to literally change my life. I get the privilege of being a part of God's amazing work in Haiti. I honestly cannot think I anything better. As I attempted to prepare for this trip (which is totally impossible since I have no idea what God has planned), one verse has been very near and dear to my heart. Acts 20:24 says "However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may finish the race and complete the task The Lord Jesus has given me-the task of testifying to the gospel of God's grace." So these next few weeks are about surrender. I need to totally get my self out of the way so God can be seen in every step I take and heard in every word I say. " For the sake of the world, burn like a fire in me." "Set a fire down in my soul that I can't contain and I can't control. I want more of you God."