Big Decision

Several months ago my hubby and I made a big decision.  We decided that I would go to Russia with our church.  We have attended Riverside for seven years, and for seven years this is something that I have felt God calling me to do.  Thank goodness God is patient.  Until recently I have not had enough time off to make the trip.  They are gone for 16 days, that's right, 16 days, with about 3 of those days being travel.  We will then teach Character Education classes at Volgograd Pedagogical University for two weeks.  (more to come on that in another post) We will spend the weekend with our students and with members of the church that we support there.  


This past week I hit a milestone in my preparation for our Fall trip.  I received my passport in the mail!  This is my first passport EVER.  My first international trip is going to be to Volgograd, Russia.  It is very intimidating, exciting, and strangely fine all at the same time.  

I have talked with several people that have gone in years past and the one thing that stands out to me the most is their unconditional love for the people.  It reminds me of Jesus, and that is the underlying thread of why I press on.  Another reason is I have a degree in Secondary Education that I am not using.  Was that God's plan all along?  I don't know, but I do know that in ALL THINGS GOD WORKS!  He walks along side us and makes the most out of every decision that we make; what an example of love and grace.  


My plan is to post updates as I walk this journey.  The Spring team leaves for Russia in a few short weeks, and I know they eagerly anticipate their upcoming trip.  


Thank you for walking alongside me and this Big Decision.