I had a very nice time at our Covenant retreat on the beach. There were 34 people there at the most. We had missionaries come from Equatorial Guinea, Burkina Faso, Central African Republic, Cameroon, a Nigerian and a Congolese man, as well as CWM staff from the states. It was a great time of fellowship and growth. We had meetings twice a day to learn, discuss and make decisions. Also we had many times of worship and prayer. The highlights for me came in the fellowship with the new friends around me. I was blessed immensely by their love for each other and the Lord and their example of dedicated service to Africa. I am excited and encouraged by the growth and changes the Covenant World Mission is going through and I am honored to be a part of it.
(Pictures of a beautiful sunset, some of my buddies for the week, and an example of fun times and quirky magic)
I have been having conversations that are spurring new ideas for what I can do next year but it is all still unclear. Prayer for guidance for decisions and direction as I search would be greatly appreciated. I want to continue to use the gifts and passions that God has given me of relating to youth, loving them and encouraging them to come alive. But what that will, can or should look like, I am uncertain. I cling to the fact that God knows already where I will be next year and what new adventures He will take me on. I am reminded so clearly of His love and provision for me through these verses I recently read.
“When I am overwhelmed, you alone know the way I should turn.” (Psalm 142:3)
“Let me hear of your unfailing love each morning, for I am trusting you. Show me where to walk, for I give myself to you.” (Psalm 143:8)
My life is His. I strive to trust Him. I seek His unfailing love each day. He will show me where to walk.
God’s grace and peace be with each of you this day,
AMY
