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It's the end of January of 2012. At the beginning of this month many people set "Resolutions". I had many ask me what mine were. I did not make any. I already have the biggest goal I could think of: getting back to the Philippines. This big goal is not going to happen without many small ones. Pastor Robbie Johnson has taught me well on setting goals that get accomplished. We must set attainable goals, keep track of them and set new ones to keep growing. I find myself making many lists and finding the joy when I get to mark off one. My goals recently are relational and financial ones. I believe in giving people the opportunity to sow seeds into the Kingdom. However, I also know that there is a twisted view of giving financially. I believe it comes from how people ask and our own hearts when we give. I am learning that God can untwist this view in provision of my goals. He has shown me that I can't let the fear of people stop me from asking. By not asking I'm not giving them the opportunity. I myself know this all so well. During the holidays I LOVE going to Publix or another shopping center that has organizations at the register to give toward. Such as donating to a food bank. I love to give but I know I cannot give every time I walk into a store. If they ask I give. If they don't I won't. What is this saying if I don't ask? This revelation shook up my preset notions of what people are thinking. I have to truly trust God and allow Him to move me toward my goal. I recently prayed and was able to get my monthly budget reduced $400. This was an amazing answer to prayer! I know it brings me so much closer to the field. I also was blown away when I was checking my account and had seen a large donation from someone I don't even know. I know that God has called me to live in this orphanage for at least a year. I have set and attained many goals over the years to get there. Two main factors in this has been prayer and a passionate heart. I prayed often and intensely about this. I never lost heart on the promise that God gave me at a young age. I hope you are setting goals that are accomplished and not resolutions that fail. The differing factor I believe is allowing God to set these for you.
If you would like to help me reach my goal you can give through this link. I need monthly partners but I have a cash budget I need raised as well. Anything helps me attain my goal.
Thank you for your prayers and support!'
Ames definitely on the way :)
