When I left for the mission field, God made me a promise to never leave or forsake me and to provide everything that I would need. I’m not going to lie, I mostly believed Him, but I still had my doubts in the beginning. It was a step of faith to leave everything behind and pursue this passion God placed on my heart. And for two years it became the norm for God to provide for me in every way…physically, spiritually, and emotionally! I did not worry about anything because God gave me everything I needed when I needed it. Then it came time to transition back to the states. I was not worried because God made it clear that this next season of my life would be in America, I knew that He had a plan and He would reveal it to me.
So I arrive in America with no job, no car, and no plans. In about three days, God provided an excellent car at an amazing price. He provided all the finances to make the deal. Shortly after, I started applying for jobs and attending interviews. I wasn’t sure where I was going, but I trusted God would lead in the moment and let me know where to place my feet. I had a couple job offers, but I heard God say “No,” so I ended up accepting a part-time job at the most amazing summer camp. Once summer got going, I stopped really looking for jobs deciding I should wait until later to start looking again. God had been showing up with one step after another, guiding and directing my circumstances. He is such a loving Father, taking care of my every need!!
Being back near my family has been the biggest blessing. My nephew is beside himself that he can see me over and over again. I am thoroughly enjoying the time with my parents, catching up and sharing what has been going on and future plans. Getting to spend weekends with my brother and his family, loving on my niece and nephew!! And catching up with my sister and her family over in Hawaii. I have really missed them and all my friends here in the states. It has been a wonderful few weeks catching up with everyone and building new memories. I don’t know what is next or how God will continue to use me in the states for his Glory, but I do know that I am happy to be right where He wants me.
“Preserve me, O God, for in you I take refuge.
I say to the Lord, “You are my Lord;
I have no good apart from you.”
As for the saints in the land, they are the excellent ones,
in whom is all my delight.
The sorrows of those who run after another god shall multiply;
their drink offerings of blood I will not pour out
or take their names on my lips.
The Lord is my chosen portion and my cup;
you hold my lot.
The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places;
indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance.
I bless the Lord who gives me counsel;
in the night also my heart instructs me.
I have set the Lord always before me;
because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken.
Therefore my heart is glad, and my whole being rejoices;
my flesh also dwells secure.
For you will not abandon my soul to Sheol,
or let your holy one see corruption.
You make known to me the path of life;
in your presence there is fullness of joy;
at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”
Psalm 16
