What are my pre-trip thoughts?
I'm not as excited or pumped up as I'd like to be. In fact I think that if you didn't know I was going on a trip, you'd never guess it. I do think it'll be a great experience though. (for many reasons)
I wish my hubby were going with me. I'm kinda sad to be going on my own, and I know I'll just be sobbing for part of the drive to meet up with the rest of the group. (I know this because I teared up just thinking and writing about it. Goodbyes are so difficult for me for some reason.)
I'm trying really hard to hold onto a verse highlighted by our trip leader last Saturday... Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go. (Joshua 1:6-7) I'm still feeling some anxiety about not knowing anyone on this trip. Of course it will be ok though.
I'm also trying to keep Mark 8:34 on my heart too. This trip is all about taking up my cross and following Jesus wherever He leads. It's not supposed to be about being comfortable, so hopefully I won't have a whiny or complaining heart when I try to make it about me. It's not. Hopefully God will quickly put me in check!
I'm anxious to see what God shows me through this experience.
If you are reading this, mysterious people who read my blog, please pray for me this week.
