Fast forward several months into the opening weeks of 2016 and I found myself with an offer to serve in Romania teaching life lessons along with photography - two of my favorite things to do! Again, no clear guidance in that direction either, but I continued pursuing some aspects of that trip until my answer came. Not South America. Not Romania.
Switzerland!
I was reminded of this passage:
"Paul and his companions traveled throughout the region of Phrygia and Galatia, having been kept by the Holy Spirit from preaching the word in the province of Asia. When they came to the border of Mysia, they tried to enter Bithynia, but the Spirit of Jesus would not allow them to. So they passed by Mysia and went down to Troas. During the night Paul had a vision of a man of Macedonia standing and begging him, “Come over to Macedonia and help us.” After Paul had seen the vision, we got ready at once to leave for Macedonia, concluding that God had called us to preach the gospel to them."
Now, to be clear, I received no night vision. But I did receive an email. And when that email came asking me to lead/mentor an OBU team to Switzerland, I knew this was His will. That "knowing in your knower" kind of feeling that only comes from the Spirit. And I'm excited - I can't wait to watch Him work!
While dates and details of the trip are still being finalized, I do have somewhat of an idea what I'll be doing while I'm there. Here's a short synopsis of my trip:
"Travel to Grindelwald, Switzerland to provide leadership, encouragement, and discipleship at a youth camp called Euroventure. The camp is designed for students in 6th-12th grade and serves expat families from all over Europe, as well as English speaking churches from Europe and the Middle East. This camp has over 18 countries and 14 nationalities represented. Team members will serve as small group leaders, spiritual mentors, recreation coordinators, and possibly worship leaders. This is a unique opportunity to see the nations come together to know Christ more fully."
I deeply covet your prayers for myself and my team as we prepare for this amazing opportunity in Switzerland. When I accepted, I had no idea who was on my team. I have since learned that one girl who works in my office at OBU is on the team, as well as a long-time friend of my brothers. It's been a joy to begin the process of bonding as a team before we leave and I look forward to all He will accomplish through us on the Mission Field.
