I know that it has been WAY too long since I posted here, and I apologize for being non-communicative! The school year charges on, filled with both challenges and God's grace. Soon I hope to share some photos of my students and other events from this year, but since it's Thanksgiving weekend, I wanted to make a Thanksgiving post. This was my first Turkey Day away from my family, and I certainly missed home, but I was able to spend the day with some fellow missionary friends and enjoy a delicious meal. (Complete with cranberry sauce, the main ingredient of which cost me somewhat of a wild goose chase and way too much money...but oh well. :P )
This season of life has been full of many changes, but no matter where I celebrate Thanksgiving, I know I have much to be thankful for. Without further ado, here is my list. I am thankful for...
*Jesus Christ. "Sunday school answer," some may say, but without Him and His amazing grace, I truly would be lost.
*God's guidance in my life. I continue to believe that He led me here. No matter the challenges I face in adjusting to a new culture and my first year of teaching, I believe that He has me here to bring Himself glory. My task is to draw close to Him and follow how He leads.
*My roommates. We are goofy together, but they are also amazing sources of encouragement and inspiration to love the Lord more fully.
*My students. They are insightful, make me laugh, and challenge me daily to grow.
*My principal, who shows me so much grace, prays for me, and offers truly biblical wisdom and guidance.
*The community at ECA. I truly feel that I am part of a family, both Colombian and North American.
*The opportunity to see God at work here in Bogotá. There is much darkness in this city, but also many glimmers of His light as He uses the believers here in amazing ways.
*Friends and family back in the States. You are beyond generous in your prayers, words of encouragement, time spent on Skype with me, and financial giving. Thank you, thank you.
I could go on for a long time, but I will leave it here for now. God is good.
This season of life has been full of many changes, but no matter where I celebrate Thanksgiving, I know I have much to be thankful for. Without further ado, here is my list. I am thankful for...
*Jesus Christ. "Sunday school answer," some may say, but without Him and His amazing grace, I truly would be lost.
*God's guidance in my life. I continue to believe that He led me here. No matter the challenges I face in adjusting to a new culture and my first year of teaching, I believe that He has me here to bring Himself glory. My task is to draw close to Him and follow how He leads.
*My roommates. We are goofy together, but they are also amazing sources of encouragement and inspiration to love the Lord more fully.
*My students. They are insightful, make me laugh, and challenge me daily to grow.
*My principal, who shows me so much grace, prays for me, and offers truly biblical wisdom and guidance.
*The community at ECA. I truly feel that I am part of a family, both Colombian and North American.
*The opportunity to see God at work here in Bogotá. There is much darkness in this city, but also many glimmers of His light as He uses the believers here in amazing ways.
*Friends and family back in the States. You are beyond generous in your prayers, words of encouragement, time spent on Skype with me, and financial giving. Thank you, thank you.
I could go on for a long time, but I will leave it here for now. God is good.
Photo from Monserrate, one of the best places to see the city. I really can't say "thank you" enough. :)
