The big day is finally here. I’m leaving for Kenya today! So begins my next adventure. Feeling excited, scared, courageous, overwhelmed, motivated, inspired, anxious, antsy, calm, confident, nervous. Despite alternating between butterflies and bravery, I know I don’t need to be afraid of the unknown. The 3 1/2 months that lie ahead are sure to contain some really amazing and really challenging moments. Part of the adventure is the uncertainty of what is to come. I am not in control of everything that will happen, in Kenya or at home in Cincinnati, which is a little tough for me to accept! I already realize that trusting God for my future and giving up control is a lesson I need to learn. It’s hard to admit, but I’m not superwoman. I can’t handle everything on my own. I’m not perfect. I will make mistakes. But I can face anything with God. In the times when I’m fearful and doubting, I’m focusing on God’s promises to me. God tells us to trust him and to not be afraid. He is in control and His plan for all of us is perfect.
Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand. Isaiah 41:10
Be strong. Take courage. Don’t be intimidated. Don’t give them a second thought because GOD, your God, is striding ahead of you. He’s right there with you. He won’t let you down, he won’t leave you. Deuteronomy 31:6
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go. Joshua 1:9
Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7
When I am afraid I will put my trust in You. In God, whose word I praise, In God I have put my trust; I shall not be afraid. What can mere man do to me? Psalms 56:3-4
I can do all things through Him who gives me strength. Philippians 4:13
I fly out at 545pm today, and have a 2 day layover in Paris before arriving in Nairobi on Easter Sunday. Please pray for my last few frantic minutes of packing. Pray for safety as I travel through Paris to Nairobi over the next few days. Pray God will give me his peace and strength.
Adios, Sayonara, Kwaheri and Goodbye! Let’s GO!!!
Sarah
faith, hope and wanderlust 