07/17/2022
Update!
(I’ll have my last full update out next week, my count down has begun 🙏)
This was my third visit to these people and from the moment I learned about this village I have felt both excitement and a fight. The fight was spiritual as I made plans throughout this past month to visit I experienced dreams, illness and anxiety. Even trying to reach that village today we went through three different modes of transportation before finally reaching our destination. All of these things made me question why am I doing this? Why me? What good will my personal being there bring, there’s already a pastor visiting them? Are these dreams a sign to not go? Are all these obstacles with these vehicles and transportation a sign to not go?
I talked to whoever I could for advice but ultimately I had to surrender all my fear, worry and doubt to God. I had to find the answers to these questions from God. All my questions did not get answered, but in return I feel like I was asked a question. “Do you believe who the Bible says I am?” God is love. He sent me here at this time and I accepted that invitation, what do I do with the weight of that responsibility. I’ve never been in a place more intense, there is constant need all around me but I’m here to respond with love. I told God I’m available, and I’ve felt peace since that moment.
I received a small donation to give supplies to this mountain church. This past week I gathered up as much as I could to bless them. Our small team was able to get four backpacks full of food, medicines, and a few tribal clothes to the elders. They felt so blessed and asked me to greet all my friends in America for them 😂 I’ve loved getting to encourage the Tepeth tribe at the edge of the gospel. I’m also happy to be back safe at the mission, thank you for your continued prayers and support!!