The Journey Continues...

I have waited until now to begin to pen my thoughts for two reasons the first being I was not motivated to write until now and the second being I did not know whether or not this journey would begin. I have been learning in my personal life that the will of man is great but the will of God is even greater. The truth of the matter is my journey is not just now beginning, rather this is a continuation of the grace and mercy of God towards me. I count my blessings and give thanks because my life has made a 180 degree turn for the better. Seven years ago if you told me I would have been to the places I have gone or seen what I have seen I would have told you that you had a great imagination and you needed to stop before your hurt yourself.

I am here... acquiring my bachelors degree, dreaming for bigger and greater things, and going to Africa for the 3rd time in two years. I am learning more each day what the true meaning of the word Love is.... I am learning how to truly trust.... I am learning why in the begin God created human-beings... and I am learning to appreciate you!

Our flight leaves soon and my heart is ready... I am ready to see God at his fullest.. I am ready to be pulled from comfort and be put in uncomfortable situations. I am ready to experience creation in a way I have yet to experience it. I am ready to face my shortcomings and embrace the love and grace of my Heavenly Father. I say all of this not being naive to the fact that this is easier said then done.... and never-the-less I am Ready!

I pray that the Father will quicken my finger tips to type and when I can't type He'll motivate me to write my experiences and the lessons I am learning. My family and friends I am grateful for all your love and support. As I continue on this journey to see all that God has for me I encourage you to do the same. Do the same in the place that you are... whether it be in what feels like the fiery furnace, the stormy seas, the chaotic office, the noisy home, the peaceful seashore, the bliss of being newly married or having a new addition to the family, or even the sense of accomplishment of being a graduate. Where ever you might be this morning embrace the journey because Galatians 6:9 says "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." My friend continue to trod as your harvest is sooner than you think.

I have also come to realise that the journey is easier and even more enjoyable when there are others travelling with us. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 says "Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing." Let us do just that and make it a priority to let those around us know that they are not going about this journey alone. I ask that for the next two months that you'd keep me in prayer but not only be but make it a priority to remember those around you also. Thank you.

Love Always,

Francis-da-dreamer