Hey guys. Guess who?
It's Laura.
Well, today I am going to be really honest with all of you (does anyone read this? haha) and say that I am really discouraged today. I spent some time this evening talking with friends and family about whether this decision to go to Australia is the right one or not. I don't know financially if I will make it (I still have $7,000 to raise) in a matter of about a month. A bit less than that now. Me and my parents decided that for me to be able to go, I needed to have this money raised by the middle of July. So, my deadline is July 15, 2012. That's pretty crazy, guys. $7000 raised in less than a month? Seems impossible. But I am clinging on to the hope that God has a plan and if I am supposed to go, He will make it happen. So, I'm sitting back and letting God handle this one. I cling to this verse. "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified, do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go" (Joshua 1:9). So, with that being said, I covet your prayers.
Love and hugs to all,
Laura.
I've been struggling with this myself.. I've got quite a few financial struggles to get through.. and I'm still at the starting line! LOL So I go through.. should I keep trying? I love that you put Joshua 1:9, because I need that too!! I've been watching my friend, Emily, who's on an 11 month missions trip to 11 different countries. She has $5000 to raise before July 1st, or she's coming home.. Her last due date, she needed $11,000 in a month.. and got it in 3 weeks.. :) So if God wants us there.. He'll totally make a way :) (LOL Now.. if I doubt later.. remind me of this :P :) )
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