In two days I will be waking up as I did today, but instead of going to sit on the swing outside I will probably be running around trying to get all my stuff together to head to the airport and later on that day I will begin a journey through which God has prepared me for and will guide me through- that is my trip to Africa.
This week has been filled with:
The laughter of my family.
The time spent with dear friends.
The tears of letting go.
The joys of seeing one last smile.
The last embrace of one who cherished me so much.
Car rides with friends who would do anything for me- the weeks on crutches proved it.
Lunch with sweet coworkers- whom have been a true blessing from God.
Cookouts with dad's family and friends- so many smiles, joy and love.
Witt's graduation and seeing Mama-Rue and Papa-Cha one more time.
Encouragement from phone calls, letters, and cards.
Prayers for a safe journey, stepping out in faith, and the Zerma people of West Africa.
Time in Sylacauga with my family and of course on the farm with my horses.
Time in Birmingham working, going to therapy and hanging out with my incredible friends.
This past week I've had to say good-bye to many friends and family. God has blessed me with the opportunties to hang out with so many of them one last time before I leave. There has been much encouragement and joy, but then too to be completely honest there has been sorrow and pain. It's hard saying good-bye to those I care so much about and love.
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Looking forward to hearing from you sweetie! What an adventure! Sharing God's wonderful Grace and Mercies in such an awesome place! I pray that you will be EMPOWERED and BOLD as Peter was when he preached God's wonderful Word! Acts 4:8-12 Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, "Rulers and elders of the people, let it be known that...Jesus Christ the Nazarene, whom you crucified, whom God raised from the dead is the stone which was rejected by you, the builders, but which became the very corner stone. And there is salvation in no one else; for there is no other name under Heaven that has been given among men, by which we must be saved!" PRAISE HIS NAME! May the Holy Spirit give you Power my sweet Tori to witness in His Name and for His Glory! And I pray that you receive many blessings in return!
ReplyDeleteLOVE YOU SO MUCH!
Karen
Hey Sweetheart
ReplyDeleteIt was great to get your call yesterday. You sounded so excited. I know this is something you have been praying for for many years. I am certian you are in God's hands and will glorify him in what you do. I am anxious to hear the stories you are sure to have. Take care of yourself, I love you
DAD