At first, being back home felt great
Texas, in all its epic glory, welcomed me back with a "yeehaw!" and a "howdy do?!"
Acknowledging that good, strong coffee is now readily available.
Sleeping in my bed.
Driving to work.
Putting on my labcoat.
Sitting in my rolly chair.
Hmmm…
Something feels… weird.
I think "normal life" is over.
Here I was, thinking that this would happen after I came back from the trip itself, and now I'm faced with this huge realization after training camp. (yes, yes, yes, I will be writing about how training camp went! Give me some time to process, it was a LOT!)
I can't help but feel an unease as I carry on today, as if I'm wasting it. I feel like now I know better. What worked before no longer cuts it. My eyes have been opened.
I know the Lord has me exactly where He wants me right now, but the calling to go is so intense.
I've been telling everyone and their mom, cousin, and dog about the World Race (and Jesus).
The Lord's plan for my life is this trip! And through this trip, He is going to reveal to me even more of my calling to serve. Living for myself and money-chasing… well… no thanks.
Bottom line (literally)… business as usual is over
Amen girl!!! Amen.
Amanda d squad
I can’t wait to see you when you get back and see just how much you have changed. You always were the brains of our bunch! Wait till you see just how much you really get to learn out there in the world and all there is to behold! You will never take another thing for granted. 🙂 You’ve already helped so many, and you’re about to help many many more. God bless you Helena!!!
Amanda, thanks for the moral support 😉 love you girl!
Heather, thank you so much for the encouragement!! I’m so excited also to see how the Lord will work in me and through me. You’re an amazing friend! Love you!!
Same here Helena! Missing my E-Squad family and can’t wait to go out!
Oh, man this is soo encouraging to hear. This really makes me want to get out there ans see what God has in store for me. Man, I keep saying this, but this si absolutely perfect for you!!! haha, can’t keep people away huh? well, good thing for you.. you’ve used your gift for missions, smart woman 🙂
Christiana!! I miss you too girl!! Camp was amazing, and I’m so glad I got to meet you and hang out with you 🙂 you’re awesome and your heart for the Lord is so beautiful. January will be here before we know it, and let me know how I can be in prayer for you. Love you!
Lydia, my sister!! You should get out there and see what the Lord has for you 🙂 it’s my best prayer for you. Not necessarily that you’ll go off into the missions world (although that would be AWESOME) but that you’ll trust Him with your ENTIRE life and submit fully to Him. When we cling to certain things, you’d be surprised at what we’re holding on to whether God wants it or not 😉 I was looking at pictures from a few months back, and I thought “man I miss that couch, man I miss my cat, man I miss the flat screen” and I caught myself in that thought, because truth is… I don’t REALLY miss those things, but I was so COMFORTABLE back then. There’s nothing missing today. I have all I need. God called me to the uncomfortable side, and I am just glad He’s gonna do big things. I’d much rather God do big things in my life than come home to my flat screen, amen? 🙂 I can’t wait to see what big big things He’s going to do in your life. He’s going to use you in a mighty way. Keep in Him. Abide in Him. Seek Him out. Can’t wait to see you again, sister ps. I’m still super curious about the video!! 🙂 so grateful you’re doing this for me!!!
This is so wonderful Helena! I’m full of praise when I think about how you’re following His call for your life. To be God’s hands is a wonderful thing and I don’t blame you for wanting to get started.
Thanks Val!! 🙂 I’m full of praise when I think about you and your family. Yall are such a blessing to me!!