I leave for Mexico tomorrow morning at 8am. For some reason it still hasn't quite hit me yet. Well, to be honest, it hit me a little bit yesterday as I was trying to get my suitcase to zip. Have I told you how much I hate packing?
I feel so blessed today. I am feeling blessed because the last two weeks have been full. Full of people that I love. Full of laughter, fun, tears, joy, smiles, blessings. My calendar has literally been full of names. I got to go see my best friend over in Seattle! My dad was able to come from Oregon for a few days! I was blessed by my dear friend Lindsay with concert tickets to John Mayer at the Gorge! I spent tons of time with me niece and nephews! Lunch dates, sleepovers, family dinners. So so great. I feel incredibly loved.
At church this morning we sang an old hymn that says, "I have decided to follow Jesus, no turning back. The cross before me, the world behind me, no turning back." This describes perfectly where I am right now. I am following Jesus in the call he has given me. No turning back! Keeping my eyes on His cross. It is only by HIS love and grace that I am able to do this. He is so powerful.
Also at church today, our senior pastor Joe Wittwer led the congregation in prayer for me and my adventure! One of many reasons why I love my church family and will miss them all dearly.
I wish I could put into words how excited I am for this journey and also how grateful I am for the prayers and support from the people who love me. If you want to keep in touch with me, the best way to do that is through email or Facebook. My email address is shelbgeorge@gmail.com. I will be able to receive mail in Arizona, however I don't know how often I will be able to get it. If you would like to mail anything you can email me for my address. If you text or call me and don't get a response, it is because my phone will be shut off while I am away. Also, if you feel called to give financially while I am gone, you can send donations to Life Center Church. Checks need to be made out to Life Center with a note attached that explains that the money is intended for my mission. The address is 1202 N. Government Way. Spokane, Wa. 99224.
I will continue to post about my many adventures right here on my blog!
Adios amigos! Dios te bendiga!!
(Goodbye friends! God bless you!)
