I leave in 2 weeks, and I absolutely cannot believe how fast the time has gone.
God has been stretching and growing me during these past few weeks, and helping me to trust Him entirely. As some of you may know, I tend to be a "control freak" in the sense that I like to be able to take care of things on my own when I can. But I can't do it myself this time. I cannot pay the $52,460 needed to live for two years in Germany. I have to rely on Him, and at first that scared me. I have never had a financially uncertain future before me, and didn't know if I could bring myself to let it go and trust, believing that God would take care of it. I thought my need was too big. How silly, right?
People ask me if I'm nervous about not being fully supported this close to my scheduled departure date. Honestly? Yes. Every day a little hint of panic rises up from my stomach, and every day I suppress it. This is far from easy, but I choose instead to give Him control, and I have seen Him work. What God has been gradually showing me is that it is such a blessing to see friends, family, loved ones, and unexpected supporters come out of the woodwork to help and encourage me on this journey. They know how passionate I am about using this gift that God has given me, teaching, to love and reach the children at Black Forest Academy. My dream of teaching abroad has finally come true, and I cannot wait to see what His plans are for me in Germany. He has gone before me to prepare a place for me there, and I can see glimpses of that through meeting new friends that I will be working with, other teachers, and communicating with my new school and organization.
Part of this journey is allowing God to take care of my needs by giving others the opportunity to come alongside me. It's a journey of faith and trust, and I would be honored if you would prayerfully consider joining me.
In order to purchase my plane ticket to leave by August 10th, I need to reach 90% of my financial support goal. I believe that God can make it happen! I am asking 32 people to pledge $30 a month in order to help me reach this goal. This averages out to a little less than a dollar a day. Would you be willing to set aside just $30 a month to support my ministry?
Of course if you cannot pledge monthly, please don't think that you cannot contribute! As I have reached my $5000 start up goal, any one-time gifts will be divided by 24 and added to my monthly support goal. Everything helps! :)
You can donate online or download a pledge card and mail it to:
TeachBeyond
PO Box 6248
Bloomingdale, IL 60108-6248
I am so thankful for the outpouring of love and support that I have received from friends and family as I prepare to take this step (it's more of a leap, actually!). God is moving, and I thank you for joining me in being a part of it!
