So, today there was a pretty good sermon by Kip talking about commitments (Click here to listen). We have all made a commitment to going on this trip and we will keep it. One thing that Kip mentioned was that God asks us to "Count the Cost".
In Luke 14:28 Jesus says, "Don't begin until you count the cost." We have put a lot of work into this past weekend getting ready and putting on this garage sale. At times it has seemed as though it might not be worth all the hassle. I know, for me, I was thinking that it was a lot of work for not getting much out of it. This morning I was reminded that EVERYTHING we are doing is for the people of "La Chureca" and that every moment we spend working towards helping them is worth it.
We have committed to this mission God has given us and it is costing us time, energy, and money but the cost is nothing compared to the incredible mission God has allowed us to be a part of. Praise God for what He is doing and my prayer is that all of us keep focused on what He has called us to.
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Think positive! Don't focus on the hard work and energy. Focus on the HUGE change that your going to make! It's going to take a lot to make a huge difference. And you can do it! When you feel the weight of the work going into this project, pray or talk to a colleague. God is holding your hand and can help you though this. Keep thinking positive and it will happen! I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. It's not just the people of La Chureca that are going to see a change, but people everywhere will see Gods work through your hands! It's going to be absolutely amazing! When you see those children smile, or the adults cry because they're so thankful that their prayers are being answered....tell me about the hard work of the garage sale....because that is not what you'll be thinking at that time. What you're doing is going to be so beautiful...
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