After much wrestling and prayer, I made the decision to NOT return next semester as a leader for the FYM Program here in Jeffreys Bay.
I signed up to be the Coordinator of Worship over the first semester, and getting my mind and heart wrapped around 'leading' a team for 5 months next term just wasn't happening. I begged the Lord to release the pressure I was putting on myself and finally I was able to hear Him clearly, 'Go home'.
If you know me, you know that 'home' is an elusive concept to me these days. Erwin McManus has helped me reshape my definition of home:
"Home is ultimately not about a place to live, but about the people with whom you are most fully alive. Home is about love, relationship, community, belonging, and we are all searching for home."
The people with whom I feel most fully alive and the community where I belong is unquestionably with my family back in Ontario. I desire greatly to spend time with them (and my 'family' in Hamilton) and love them. To 'close up shop' if you will. As there's a big move ahead, if the Lord blesses it.
drumroll
I'm seeking the Lord on a decision to move to South Africa to start a church with a minister who is becoming a dear friend. There's many details to follow, but I'd ask that you please be in prayer alongside us. My fleece has been laid, and I'm eager to see the Lord bring to fruition what He's shown me in my heart.
blessings
kristen
3 comments:
i'm so excited to see you!
I'm so proud of you Kristen. You have come so far over the past few years. I will be praying for you. I love you so much! Hope I get to see you sometime *fairly* soon!
I am so proud of you Kristen! You have come so far in the past few years. I will be keeping you in my prayers. I hope I get to see you sometime *fairly* soon!
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