A Mending

A mending...of words, of conclusions, of my heart.

Here I am, to update you all on finances yet again. 12 days ago I wrote and said that I had more than the money that I needed. But, it has become apparent that there was a mistake in accounts and the number that they had for me was incorrect (the number they had for me to begin with was too low). So, that means that I am still in need of $1,619 AUD before we leave on Sunday afternoon. I have a few friends who have pledged money, but other than that I am not sure of the "who" part of where this money will come from. It was definitely disappointing news to receive! Mostly because I wanted everyone to see the testimony of God's provision against all odds. However, this little mix up does not change who God is! It does not change the fact that He is faithful. I feel uncomfortable sharing about this situation, not because I myself am embarrassed, but because I don't want it to reflect badly on YWAM, or even on God. That said, I realize I am to simply be open and up front about this and not take responsibility for the opinions or reactions of others. In one sense I feel confused, wondering why this would happen and combatting feelings of "left-outedness." But I know that God has not overlooked me, and He will not fail me. I still feel like He spoke, see? I told you I would provide. And obviously that provision does not look like what I thought it did or what I would like it to. I am really, really learning what it means to "not be anxious about anything." Jesus still has the victory! This little hiccup doesn't bother Him in the least. I am choosing to look at this as yet another opportunity to grow personally and also invite even more people to partner with me and sow into the inheritance of giving to the work of the Lord! 

If you feel inclined, the quickest and easiest way to give is through YWAM Perth's website (see link on the right). Just as a side note, if you would prefer to be anonymous even while paying through credit card, that option is available as well. 

So, I wanted to get this out to you and make it clear that there is still ample opportunity for you to send this midwife-in-training in a very physical way to Zambia and India! I am amazed at how much God has provided thus far, and always thankful for your generous giving. It really is so much more than you simply"donating to Grace." You are enabling a group of God-fearing, Jesus-loving women to traipse into the nations as equipped midwives -- hungry to see the gospel spoken into every ear, to see lives transformed for Christ, to see women educated and empowered, to see babies raised to life. Oh man, there is something greater at work. There is something greater in store. I am eager to see more and more of that reality every single day, and I know God will not stop working on our behalf until we get there. 

I thank my God every time I remember you.  In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 1:3-6

I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles. 

Philippians 4:10-14

Thanks for listening and loving.
Grace