June 21 is almost here! On June 21st at 1:45pm I will be on my way to Israel. 17 Hour flight. The farthest I have been is Hawaii and the only country I have traveled to is Mexico (just past the border) and that was almost 10 years ago. This is pretty much out of my comfort zone and I like comfort. But God doesn't call us to be comfortable.
Jesus told the disciples and us to "Follow Me" like He did in Matthew 8:9. Matthew was doing his regular everyday job when Jesus asked him to get out of that tax collector's booth and follow Him. Even though I work in Ministry and do get stretched, God is calling me out of my comfort zone on this trip.
I feel called to go because I dont want to. Do I sound like a brat? Some people wait all their lives to go to Israel. I get to go basically because Chris (my pastor and friend) said I had a choice: Israel or Royal Family Kids Camp. I chose Israel because I know I want to go to RFKC in the future. I prayed about it and felt the push to utter YES when asked finally if I was in or out regarding this trip. I know some people are doing both and that is awesome! But I felt peace that Israel was it. Do you have a "Chris" in your life that sees there is something missing and calls you out? I was offended at the time wanting to say to him "hey I do stuff!" I know Chris sees what I do, but he also sees what I don't do (dang it).
So I am going tomorrow. Please pray for me.
Tomorrow
Sunday, June 20, 2010
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I'm so very proud of you for going. It's going to be awesome and you're going to be surprised how well you do. I love you and will be praying for you every step of the way.
Woo Hoo. I hope it is life changing, actually I am pretty sure that is a guarantee. I will be praying for unexpected joys to pop up all over the place!
Have a blast.
Way to be bold, Kell! And yet I know your heart is humble and you are lead by your sweet nature & generous spirit. I am in awe & honored to call you dearest cousin.
Sending big, big love your way.
So excited for you! Love you and praying! Have amazing adventures with Jesus then get home and tell me about them! Israel is a lucky place to get you for the next two weeks. Go ahead and tell them I said that. ;) LOVE YOU!
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