Into the Water

I'd like to share the lyrics of a song that is very relevant to where I'm at right now. Following God is often uncertain and unpredictable, and when we're not sure what He's doing, it can be a little like jumping into the water when you can't see the bottom. But God is always there, always faithful, holding our hand and leading us on. What peace that gives! Today reconnect with the Father and rest in the knowledge that He knows what He's doing with the life He gave you.

Let The Waters Rise - Mikeschair

Don't know where to begin
Its like my world's caving in
And I try but I can't control my fear
Where do I go from here?

sometimes its so hard to pray
When You feel so far away
But I am willing to go
Where you want me to
God, I trust You

There's a raging sea
Right in front of me
Wants to pull me in
Bring me to my knees
So let the waters rise
If You want them to
I will follow You
I will follow You
I will follow You

I will swim in the deep
'Cuz You'll be next to me
You're in the eye of the storm
And the calm of the sea
You'll never out of reach

God, You know where I've been
You were there with me then
You were faithful before
You'll be faithful again
I'm holding Your hand

God Your love is enough
You will pull me through
I'm holding onto You
God Your love is enough
I will follow You
I will follow You

leaving the farm

So, I'm setting out on Journey. Heading to China for my first real-world job, teaching English to Chinese students! How Awesome is that?!

I'll be going to the city of Taiyuan in the Shanxi province, and will teach elementary students at the Shanxi Modern Bilingual School. I fly out Aug 8 and will return sometime next June.

Its hard to describe all the feelings and emotions I've experienced during preparation for this life change. It ranges from extreme excitement, (this is going to be the experience of a lifetime!) to a little apprehension, (What in the world am I getting into? I don't speak Chinese, I'm a farm girl from Nebraska. Can I really move to a city in China and teach English?)

But deep down I know this is what I've been called to do for this time in life by my Heavenly Father. And He will lead me and equip me if I am daring enough to follow his call.

Step one, packing my bags and leaving the farm.