I'm living the dream I've always wanted. And while I'm sitting comfortably inside, planning out my family's summer schedule and flipping through pretties on Pinterest, my sister Ariel comes to mind. This summer, she, too is finally doing what she's wanted to do her whole life, which is to be a missionary. She's taking advantage of the truths God has shown her and the freedoms America has given her to, in her own words, "craft them into something that will bring tangible relief to the world’s many impoverished citizens and tell them about Christ.". What a selfless woman my sister has grown up to be! Right now Ariel is spending 5 weeks in the Philippines, serving orphan children who have nothing. To track Ariel's journey and to see how you can help and pray for these little ones, you can visit her blog, Mission: Street Kids.
Ariel, if you're reading this, I am so very proud of you. You are giving up your summer break to lay down your life and allowing the Lord to work through you to help out others that are truly in need. You're taking on a huge task right now, but you're doing it so, so well. You provoke me to want to step outside my comforts, and look beyond myself. We live in a world that is grieving, that is hungry, and deeply in need of Jesus. Thank you for your example! I love you so.
Oh, thank you so much, Meg! I love you! God has really shown Himself to me while I've been here, and I'm so encouraged by everyone who is praying for me. I can't wait to see you again. And, as might be expected, I am more grateful for America now, so celebrate the 4th of July for me. :) God bless!
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