So, most if not all of you know that I am going to Columbia this summer for 8 days with Young Life Expeditions. I am going down there as a volunteer to help Young Life Columbia run a summer camp for local teens. I have no clue what my specific jobs will be when I get there, I just know that I will be assisting in whatever capacity they need me to. This could include helping with meals, run activities, house keeping, ect.
I am extremely excited for this opportunity. I very nearly chickened out right before I sent in my deposit for the trip. I am a little nervous and anxious about leaving the country and going way out of my comfort zone. But ultimately I know God was pushing me to do so, to take a step of faith for him. God has used Young Life in my life in huge ways. He used the ministry to give me life, to show me Love, and to teach me how to live. I am excited to give back to the ministry of Young Life and be a tool for Christ as he uses this ministry to reach teens across the world!
My biggest reservation/fear about this trip was the financial commitment. I need to raise about $2,000 to go. That amount does not seem very large for a week long trip out of the country, but for me, I almost pooped my pants thinking about it. I HATE asking for money, I HATE relying on other people. In college I had to ask people for financial help at times and it drove me insane, and I knew this experience would also do so. BUT it has not. God has really been showing me that it is okay to let others help. He has shown me that although it is me who is going down, the people who are supporting me have a large part in this and His greater plan!
With that, the Lord is providing and thanks to some great friends I have raised about 50% of my goal!!! And there are still several people who are supporting me that have not given me a physical check yet. That is ridiculous! And it greatly humbles me!
Essentially, I just wanted to give a quick update about my trip. And I wanted to shout praise to the Lord for being so awesome. The people who are supporting me through financial giving, prayer, or both mean so much to me. When I am in Columbia, they will be there as well! So thank you to my friends! And I look forward to writing a post about being fully funded with Airplane tickets booked!
Thanks!
For His Glory,
Opher
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