Transformation

To be transformed from one being to the next requires vulnerability, trust, and willingness to change. Transformation into something that I could never have planned or even imagined. I leave for Africa today, June 30th, 2009. I fly from Sacramento airport to Salt Lake City to Paris, France than to Cotonou, Benin. Traveling for 24 hours. My heart is at ease, my spirit is electrified by the joy of Jesus. I am anxious to go and spend time with the Lord. This trip feels like I am going on vacation with only myself and GOD. Yes I am going to be working and serving but I look forward to those additional times that i get to spend alone time with God. My heart is going to be transformed, my life will never be the same. I pray that my intentions for this trip maintain a humble spirit, that I may not become prideful of my "good deed". My heart has been preparing for this growth for a while now and in awe of the magnificent being that God is. God is breathtaking for me, I cant wake up without seeing His loving eyes on my heart and face. I feel like He is helping me go, challenging me to go, and watching me transform into this woman of God He has created me to be. The more i grow spiritually-the more I love myself for who I am. Thank you for reading my blog, for praying for my heart and for my trip. I cant not tell you how blessed I am to have such a strong support community. The eve of my departure some of my family members: aunt, uncle, cousins, parents, Grandparents and siblings gathered together and prayed over my trip. To be in the mist of that was such an encouraging feeling and situation, not to forget the power of God and the Holy Spirit moving through words and levels of spiritual maturity. Tears of Joy and uncertainty were expressed. Words of wisdom were spoken and the expression of love was shown. As I transform into what God has planned for me I am vulnerable, trusting Him, and willing to change for His honor and praise. "I love you Lord and I lift my voice to worship you. Oh my soul rejoice. Take joy my King, in what You hear. May it be a sweet, sweet sound in your ear."