Journal Entry two, June 28, 2008
Yesterday, Friday June 27th, I meet my team for the first time. Things have been a bit crazy for this organization this year. They have been denied visa’s for several groups going into China due to increased security and new rules. One such team was divided up, with one girl being added to my team.
My team now consists of four teachers and myself. Two of the team are older and married to one another. The third is 27 years old and has been to China several times. The new girl is of college age. This is her first time away from home, in fact she flew of the first time just coming out to California.
We were assigned a team building project right off the bat. We had to come up with a skit, song or cheer that represented our team or where we were going. We didn’t do so well, but that is okay. Our goal isn’t to be the best performers here, but there in our host country. They seem to be a pretty good bunch of people.
I talked to the lady who was in charge of us while we were in Vietnam last year. She had some encouraging things to say. Despite the problems with the team, we came to the conclusion that God’s will worked out in the long run. People were changed, the school loved the program and that means lives will be changed for God in the long run.
Today, Saturday, was our first full day as a team. We sat throw our first day of training. It was a bit confusing but it always is at this point in time. Because everyone, save one, is older they tire out faster. I am not sure if that is a good thing or bad thing yet.
Before retiring for the night we gathered and prayed, and I must say that they prayed very spirit filled. I was moved. God has a plan. I don’t know what it is, just that he has one. It is hard to do this, I will not lie. I’ve had misgivings about being here but He showed me that I am supposed to be here. Nonetheless, I struggle against His will. I give in, but not without a fight.
My spiritual gas tank was drained after Hoa stopped talking to us and I decided that splitting off from the church I was attending was needed. Being here is putting gas back. Praying ever day multiple times, devotions, and worship each day, along with continual focus on the Lord and our duties to Him, and the lost has helped me to begin reenergize. It is kind of like being a monk, but not.
It is now 10:30 pm, I tried to call Coy, and Sabrina but they have went to the movies. I truly wish she could go with me. There are many married couples going this year. I also wish Sabrina could have taken the time to go too. Logan is working and is not as free to take time off. It is a good thing to serve the Lord, but as I said in an earlier blog, it creates a congruency. I cannot serve long term in Asia and my family at the same time. Not unless God makes a miracle happen and my debts are erased. I would serve full time without looking back.
My team now consists of four teachers and myself. Two of the team are older and married to one another. The third is 27 years old and has been to China several times. The new girl is of college age. This is her first time away from home, in fact she flew of the first time just coming out to California.
We were assigned a team building project right off the bat. We had to come up with a skit, song or cheer that represented our team or where we were going. We didn’t do so well, but that is okay. Our goal isn’t to be the best performers here, but there in our host country. They seem to be a pretty good bunch of people.
I talked to the lady who was in charge of us while we were in Vietnam last year. She had some encouraging things to say. Despite the problems with the team, we came to the conclusion that God’s will worked out in the long run. People were changed, the school loved the program and that means lives will be changed for God in the long run.
Today, Saturday, was our first full day as a team. We sat throw our first day of training. It was a bit confusing but it always is at this point in time. Because everyone, save one, is older they tire out faster. I am not sure if that is a good thing or bad thing yet.
Before retiring for the night we gathered and prayed, and I must say that they prayed very spirit filled. I was moved. God has a plan. I don’t know what it is, just that he has one. It is hard to do this, I will not lie. I’ve had misgivings about being here but He showed me that I am supposed to be here. Nonetheless, I struggle against His will. I give in, but not without a fight.
My spiritual gas tank was drained after Hoa stopped talking to us and I decided that splitting off from the church I was attending was needed. Being here is putting gas back. Praying ever day multiple times, devotions, and worship each day, along with continual focus on the Lord and our duties to Him, and the lost has helped me to begin reenergize. It is kind of like being a monk, but not.
It is now 10:30 pm, I tried to call Coy, and Sabrina but they have went to the movies. I truly wish she could go with me. There are many married couples going this year. I also wish Sabrina could have taken the time to go too. Logan is working and is not as free to take time off. It is a good thing to serve the Lord, but as I said in an earlier blog, it creates a congruency. I cannot serve long term in Asia and my family at the same time. Not unless God makes a miracle happen and my debts are erased. I would serve full time without looking back.
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