Exceedingly, Abundantly

Better than I could've imagined.


It's hard to believe that I have already been here for one month. What a crazy month it's been. I can't even begin to describe the incredible blessing it has been to be here in Korea. What once seemed like the next best thing now seems the best thing that could've possibly happened. Through all the changes and heartache, God has not ceased to demonstrate his beautiful grace.

Coming into this, I had no idea what to expect. I had never been to Korea and really didn't know very much about the culture. Everything was foreign. But God used all the unknowns to show me his greatness. After one week of being here, I was in love not only with the country but with the people and the students. They captured my heart in a way I didn't know was possible. At the end of the first week, three students completed their time at SYME. My heart was broken. I didn't know I could have so much love for people I just met. 

Before I left, my dad told me that God would give me a burden for the people I would be serving no matter where I go. He couldn't have been more right. 


Making the most of every opportunity.


For the past three weeks, I have been teaching two English classes and an Old Testament Survey class. Honestly, the first day was a little scary. I felt inadequate to complete the job set before me. I felt in no way qualified. But God doesn't call the qualified, he qualifies the called. When I am weak, HE is strong. What I thought would be the hardest class became my favorite class. Though it was somewhat challenging at first, It has been a privilege to teach these students not only how to speak English, but about God's Word and how to have a deeper relationship with him. 

I have had the opportunity to build relationships with students and lead devotions everyday with a few girls. It has been amazing to watch them grow in their relationships with Christ and see some of them accept Christ as their Savior for the first time. Though many of them have grown up in church, some are now realizing that it's time to make their faith their own. What an incredible realization. God is working in the lives of these students and it is so obvious. It’s such a blessing to watch.




His ways are higher than mine.

When preparing to go to the mission field, one is often advised to be prepared for culture shock. However, culture shock was definitely not a part of my first few weeks here. This has been a much smoother transition than I could've imagined. God has been so gracious in allowing us to settle in easily, make friends and build relationships quickly, see lives changed, and have lots of new and exciting experiences. Though the time leading up to this has been a series of roller coasters, I cannot begin to thank God enough for his sovereignty and for bringing us here.

What amazing things God can do when you choose to let your trust be without borders. 



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