my.mind.is.blown.

Today marks the 11th day until I leave for YWAM and I am SO overwhelmed by God's faithfulness and provision. We had our last fundraiser today, Pancake Breakfast, before I fly out. We had a successful turnout and I would deem it profitable. :) It's so rewarding to get out in the community, show the love of Jesus, and experience the blessings from it ten-fold.

Finances, and raising money and support to attend this Christian Mission School had always been such a worry for me throughout the summer. This week has been living proof that I have nothing to worry about and I'm once again reminded, God is in control. I have been blessed with nearly $2,000 in one week!! Romans 15:13 says, "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope." This refreshes my spirit, gives me hope, and as I walk boldly into this new season of life and growth I have hope, I have expectations, and I have confidence in my Jesus. I have a vision and a dream for my future.

"And the Lord answered me: "Write the vision: make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it. For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end-- it will not lie. If it seems slow, wait for it: it will surely come, it will not delay." ---Habakkuk 2:2-3

Through this process of fundraising and raising money I'm learning the true meaning of God as "Jehovah Jira"= Our Provider*. When I face trials and tests with finances I know it's to see how much I'm trusting in God. He provided Jesus as a sacrafice in our place. He loves us THAT much. He will provide for every need we have so we don't have to face our own penalties of our sin. From the beginning of time, God has a plan and it will prevail over everything else. We must have the faith, and trust that God will provide. I can no longer put limitations on God but be willing to yield and surrender everything, even my money. I know that God will not withold anything from us if all we do is trust in Him and have faith. So my prayers are shouts of thankfulness and willingness to continually worship Him with every area of my life. Everything I have to give. Praise Him because He is all powerful, faithful, and perfect!! 

"So the Lord called the name of that place, "The Lord will provide;"
---Genesis 22:14

"Even in Thessalonica you sent me help for my needs once and again. Not that I seek the gift, but seek the fruit that increases to your credit. I have received full payment, and more. I am well supplied, having received from Phaphroditus the gifts you sent, a fragrant offering, a sacrafice acceptable and pleasing to God. And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus." ---Philippians 4:16-19