I figure its best to keep this short and simple, considering I am still processing my time here and figuring out how to match it with words. However, I know this to be true, God has begun something new in me. My heart is changing and I sense the beginning of God writing His dream on my heart. I believe this next season is going to be a time of equipping and preparing for that dream He has for my life. Im ready for that mountain.
My time at Atin Afrika has changed my life. I thank God for His grace that sustained me the entire way. And I thank Morris and Chelsea for welcoming me in and sharing their passion with me. Some of my experiences seem so profound, I don't know how to describe them with words. All I know is that the most important thing you can do in this little life we have is to know God's love. This love absolutely transforms people and won't return void…I have seen it pierce, change, refine, overpower, and shape the hearts of these kids. And its shaped my heart too. This year I have learned many things and in some ways feel even half Ugandan now. I went from teaching and nurturing the kids weekly to moving in with them and attempting to even be their "matron"…yes, I can cook anything over coals now :) The Langi have won me. This young generation has won me. Mercy has won me. Serving God with your whole heart (which I am still learning how to do) has won me completely. Its been the most challenging, yet rewarding thing I have ever been a part of. To see a child go from defeat, neglect and poverty, to a place of love, confidence, and growth is profound. Even more so when you meet these kids face to face; see them dream, and love, and encounter their gifts and talents. They shine like stars, even though darkness tries to surround them. This year has been very transforming and I feel INCREDIBLY grateful for all my experiences.
Injustice and mercy move me.
Gaining Christ is the greatest treasure.
People here need to be told.
Someone needs to be sent.
I want to labor wherever He calls me.
MAYBE its Uganda
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