Training camp. Oooooh training camp. This "camp" went from a 4-day, necessary, mandatory part of me getting to Africa to an experience that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.
In reality it's only been 3 and a half days however it feels like 3 and a half WEEKS have gone by.
So firstly, my GIRLS- my teammates, who already are starting to feel like sisters. (I know this sounds strange due to only knowing these people for 3 days but our connections are moving freakishly fast)
The best part is that I know God has blessed me with placing every single one of these girls on my team for a reason. It is a crazy mix of girls from all over with crazy different personalities and I'M LOVIN IT! I can't even express the excitement I feel knowing that I get to spend 24/7 with these girls for the next 3 months ! ! !
Secondly….God's crazy, glorious ways of showing up with perfect timing.
From the second I stumbled with my oversized back pack into the AIM group in the middle of the airport I felt this secure, warm feeling overcome me. It was like a realization that I was in the place God's wants for me at this exact moment.
The next couple days would reinforce that initial thought 100%. I have often questioned my purpose for God putting me on this earth and for the first time in my life I feel FULL with purpose. I am confident to face whatever obstacles God has in store for me to face in East Africa. My heart is ready to share the joy of the Lord.
I feel that something inside me is about to explode and God's love is just going to erupt inside of me. Everything about this camp from sleeping on sand to the AMAZING worship to the inspiring people all around me has already changed a piece of me and my relationship with God. One thing I will miss dearly is the worship aspect. It is the most amazing feeling worshiping God in song with the most devoted, loyal people surrounding you. There is nothing holding you back from just singing at the top of your lungs your heart out to Jesus. The feeling of getting closer to God is one if the best feelings in the world and I just can't get enough!!
And the best part about it is that I know it is just the beginning..the very beginning…of a soul journey God is taking me on.
Tomorrow is the next step of that journey…..
KENYA, TANZANIA, AND MALAWI HERE I COME!!!!
