Never fear. God tells us to not fear many times in the Bible. He actually tells us this 365 times! Amazing! I should never doubt his guidance for me in all that I do. Looking back at the planning of our Honduras mission trip, I was starting to get scared of many things.....having enough nurses for the clinics, raising the money for my expenses and the expenses for the clinics, the climate of the country post elections and lots of other fears.
BUT GOD... (I love that phrase!) He has shown me that when I pray and put my trust in him, he will show me his love and guide me.
My fears are gone, money has been raised and covered all expenses for the medications and supplies, Nurses have signed up and going for the clinics!
I still am a little cautious of the climate of the country and this will be my first time going by MYSELF for the first part of the trip. I hope I don't get too home sick! Erin will be joining me the second part.
It is easy to say that I should not be afraid in any part of my life, but I am afraid in a lot of things I do. That is part of being human. You might see me mouthing a few little words (saying a prayer) before I do something like starting an IV at work or asking God to control my temper when at Walmart! I was really praying when I sent my kids off on the airplane overseas to study abroad, by themselves. That was really scary for me! Then looking back, I can see that God was right there with me and held my hand through it all.
Isaiah 41:13 says, For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.
Love to all,
