“But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him] shall change and renew their strength and power; they shall lift their wings and mount up [close to God] as eagles [mount up to the sun]; they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint or become tired.” Isaiah 40:31 (Amplified)
“When swelling and pride come, then emptiness and shame come also, but with the humble (those who are lowly, who have been pruned or chiseled by trial, and renounce self) are skillful and godly wisdom and soundness.” Proverbs 11:2 (Amplified)
We often don’t realize where we are putting our hope. We may put our hope in other people or family. We may put our hope in the idea that a difficult period is about to come to an end. We may put our hope in money and accomplishments. We may put our hope in our own talents, looks, or intelligence.
God promises that if our hope is in Him we will have strength and power; we will have spiritual renewal. There is a catch. The verse from Isaiah reveals that when we hope in and wait on God, it will change us. We tend not to like change. It’s usually painful.
Lately I have found myself changing A LOT. Honestly guys I have been feeling very discouraged with preparation for the World Race. My account hasn't moved much in like 3 weeks, I am lacking in monthly supporters. By all means I am thankful for the one monthly supporter I have, but honestly I am just plain tired. I am weary. And I really really need more supporters. Fundraising is like another job in itself, and as hard as I'm working I'm not seeing much progress. Anyone of you reading this I'm asking you to help me. I need help.. asking this of you isn't easy, but I am trying to rid myself of my pride, my selfishness. I am trying to humble myself and gain the right perspective here.
The World Race is more than just a trip I want to go on..I honestly believe I NEED this just as much as I want it. It may not be very obvious how much I want to go with all the negativity your hearing right now, but I am just being real with you with where I'm at right now. I am getting excited about this next year, it's just taking time. Right now I'm here, when I'm there, I will be there. I'm facing a lot of discouragement with the funds, and support raising. Please pray for me friends, and any support you can give is greatly appreciated. I have many ways you can support me. Monthly donors are greatly needed. If 25 people give $50/month for 12 months I will be fully paid off, or you could do 50 people giving $25/ month. Another option is buy a t-shirt for $25, give a one time gift, or help me in getting my gear. No matter what you decide, if your heart is moved to give I can't thank you enough.
Hope is arising from my discouragement - Lam:3:28- " When life is heavy and hard to take, go off by yourself. Enter the silence. Bow in prayer. Don't ask questions: Wait for hope to appear. Don't run from trouble. Take it full-face. The "worst" is never the worst. Why? Because the Master won't ever walk out and fail to return"
I am in waiting.. Waiting for hope to appear. I'm scared, but I'm not afraid. I know who He is, and that He will provide despite my present circumstances or fears. I am weak and I am human, and while that is rough and this is raw it is also beautiful. God can bring beauty from ashes, and that's exactly what I'm believing He is doing in my heart this present moment. I am formed and fashioned by Him in His image.. The Father, The Spirit, and The Son- In my weakness He is strong, and I should expect nothing less than the very best for my life. So here I am weak, and weary, but I have hope in my heart. Hope arising from the discouragement, and beauty arising from the ashes.
Thank you for all your prayers, support, and love.
Live A Great Story-Devin
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