Ok so I'm just going to be honest. I've been here for going on 9 weeks, with teams each week and little time to rest. I'm tired. I miss people. I want to be home. Why am I telling y'all this? I'm on a mission trip, life should be perfect; right? Well after such an amazing and energized first half of the summer that's what I began to think. Here recently I've been getting really homesick and annoyed by silly little things; why in the world is this happening after 9 weeks ...of living (closely) with the same six people, working with youth, and not getting enough sleep? Well here's what God has been slapping me in the face with over the past 12 hours.... 1.) No matter where you're at you will still have moments in the valley. Just because your serving doesn't mean you're any less surrounded by sin and heartache. 2.) It's not about you Melissa. This gospel you are living isn't about your wants, it's about THIER needs. Thankfully this little selfish pity party only lasted a few hours and Glory to God in knowing exactly when and how we as His children need discipline. I've only got 18 days left here in the Harmons. I've got no time to waste in wishing I was back home, I'll be there soon enough. To you I ask for prayer that my patience will grow longer and the amount of grace I give to people become greater. I love you all and as I previously stated I miss you! Thank you so much for the support, encouragement, love, and keeping in contact along the way!
My friend O.J. He loves the Rangers too!
Be Blessed,
Mel
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