I am leaving tomorrow at 6:15 am! And landing in Costa Rica around 12 (which is 2 pm NY time) So please be praying for safety if you think of me during that time!
There are also some "Gappers" traveling today!
I would also ask that you'd pray for the "goodbyes" or "see you laters" that are going to take place today and tomorrow. That God would strengthen me, and give my family members and friends peace!
Also, If you would like to contact me directly while I'm down there, you can Facebook me or my e-mail is kgoldcca2013@gmail.com. I also have an address to the villa that I can receive letters to. If you would like the address you can e-mail me, and I will send it to you!
God is AMAZING! I cannot wait to get down there and start learning, ministering, growing and serving! I have been so encouraged already by the other Gappers and my roommates! I am SO excited to meet, learn, share and grow with these guys for the next 9 months! It is going to be life-changing!!!
One last thing that God has taught me the past few days as I have been saying some goodbyes: Missing people means that there was and/or is something, a bond or love, between the two that makes you miss them. So, my perspective on missing people or being missed has been changed a little.... God has shown me that I am so blessed to have so many people that I love, and that love me; there are so many people in our lost and dying world without that love from other people. So in the midst of my tears, God has opened my eyes and I am overwhelmingly THANKFUL for the amazing people He placed in my life!
Thank you Thank you Thank you for YOUR love, support and prayers! May the God who holds all things bless you more than you could ever ask or imagine! I will update this when I can! I cannot thank you enough! Love you!
Kelsey :)
This blog posting is so Romans 8:28! I love seeing God's promises in action! I am so proud of you, you truly are a bright light in this dark world!!! I love you and am missing you already!!!
ReplyDelete"And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose".
May the Lord answer you when you are in distress;
ReplyDeletemay the name of the God of Jacob protect you.
May He send you help from the sanctuary
and grant you support from Zion.
May He remember all your sacrifices
and accept your burnt offerings.
May He give you the desire of your heart
and make all your plans succeed.
May we shout for joy over your victory
and lift up our banners in the name of our God.
May the Lord grant all your requests.
Now this I know:
The Lord gives victory to His anointed.
He answers him from His heavenly sanctuary
with the victorious power of His right hand.
Some trust in chariots and some in horses,
but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.
They are brought to their knees and fall,
but we rise up and stand firm.
Lord, give victory to the king!
Answer us when we call! Psalm 20