Yesterday, I was able to stand before my home church in Maryland and thank them for their prayer and financial support. This is Glade United Church of Christ's first time supporting a missionary to the nations. The Lord is certainly doing a mighty work at this church. Over 40% of my two-year salary has been funded by the missions committee and individual members of the church. Please pray that this time in Germany would bless them and increase their understanding of the Great Commission as well as open their eyes to the global needs around the world.
More good news...
After speaking with several members after the service, my finanical support immediately increased from 95% to 104.9%. It was almost as if the Lord was saying, "DAUGHTER, I'VE GOT YOU COVERED. FOR YOU SEE, MY LOVE IS EXTRAVAGANT AND SO TOO IS MY PROVISION OVER YOU." Words cannot seem to describe my thankfulness and my love for our incredible God who keeps His word and always proves Himself faithful! These additional monies received will be placed in a subaccount that will be used for my travel expenses back to the US, the purchase of resources to stay in contact with my supporters, and it may also be used to support other TeachBeyond missionaries who are in need of financial support.
I have been wowed by God this week. He continually affirms me in this ministry.
I am not in want. My cup is overflowing indeed.
WOW :)
Lauren, that is awesome news! God is showing his faithfulness to you as you transition to BFA.
ReplyDeleteYou don't know who I am, but my name is Jon and I'm actually an RA at BFA. Another RA tipped me off on your blog and it's been great to read how this whole process has been for you. We're all looking forward to having a new bunch of RA's join the team in a couple of weeks. See you then!
SO SO SO excited for you, Lauren!!! How awesome to be able to leave knowing that everything is taken care of! Praying for you as you leave tomorrow - that God would continue to bless you with his faithfulness abundantly over and above anything that you would ask or think =)
ReplyDeleteLove you sister!