Fundraising

One of the things I least enjoy is asking for money. That is why the first thing I ask for is prayers. Prayer opens the heart and allows the Holy Spirit to talk. Going abroad and helping out those who are less fortunate while spreading the great news of the Gospel is both life changing and exhilarating. Unfortunately, the reality is that it costs money when travelling is involved. Many people think that when churches send people on mission trips that the church pays for the trip. That is usually not the case. As with my trip to Africa, every member that goes on a mission trip is responsible for raising the funds themselves and then paying whatever remainder is left.

The cool thing with that is it forces you to give it up to God and to trust Him. That is a hard thing to do especially in today's weak economy. Not many people have money laying around that they are waiting to get rid of. I understand this, which is one of the reasons why I hate asking for money. When you truly feel led by God to do something or to go somewhere the last thing that should stop you is money. I don't think God starts something He doesn't intend to finish.

Right now that is where my prayers are going. I pray first and foremost that His will be done. I also pray that God uses me not only in Malawi, but to have some kind of impact on my family and friends as well. I am eager to share this adventure with anyone who wants to be a part of it. I will gladly accept prayer support for me and my family, financial support to get there, and the support of just following along with this amazing journey.

Thanks for reading.