1 day: testimony.

I was compelled by the spirit today to write my testimony. 

Compelled. 

I don't think I could have stopped if I tried.

It is difficult to put into words

how necessary it was

to just WRITE.  

The Lord revealed things about my heart to me,

things about my past.

He began to connect the dots

right before my eyes

and rejoiced over me 

because finally, after all those years of being a Christian,

I understand the gospel.

Do I have perfect clarity about all things?

and feel certain about the future?

Certainly not.

But the Lord reminded me today in Hebrews 

that he does not change his mind.

When he swears something 

he does not change his mind.

(Hebrews 7:20-22)

Jesus "has become the guarantee of a better covenant"

because of the Lord's oath

declaring his son a priest - forever.

Such a bold promise 

to which my heart can cling.

Thank you, Jesus, for loving me

despite my "Runaway Syndrome."

Thank you for meeting me where I was

and not leaving me there.

Tomorrow is the day! I take off for Atlanta early in the morning and then will take a shuttle to Ridge Haven in North Carolina with all the MTW summer interns for pre-field training!

I will be in New York City on Friday.

So exciting!

The Lord is so faithful. He and he alone brought me here.

I am so thankful for the people who have loved and supported me through the support raising process. Thank you for continuing to pray for the Lord's work at Operation Exodus, the other volunteers and staff there, and for me. Please know that I am also praying for you and thanking God every time I remember you.

Grace be with you all.