[THIS WAS WRITTEN BEFORE MY MISSION TRIP THIS PAST NOVEMBER. IF YOU FEEL LED, PLEASE DONATE TO MY MISSION OF 3 MONTHS STARTING IN MAY.]
I have a hard time opening up to swallow my pride and ask others for help when I need it. So, here goes my story, as I am going to try my best to pour my heart out to this computer screen through my fingers as they hit the keys on the keyboard.
I have been attending Celebration Church(midtown campus) for almost two years now, and a member for some time as well. I am involved in Celebration’s At Risk Youth(children’s outreaches), Celebration Kids, Guest Services for Sub30(college&young adults service), 2:52(internship program), and I even have had the privilege of going downtown and serving the homeless. This is not for me to brag about everything I am involved in at all. I am absolutely 100% blessed to have the opportunity to serve and be involved with such an amazing church. All the glory goes to God for how wonderful He has been to me. I am just stating things that all lead up to show you the path God has been taking me on. So here it goes!
About 6 months or so ago God was constantly opening doors for me in more ways than one. Not going to lie, at first, I didn’t realize they were doors to a bigger picture and I was also a bit skeptical. I simply wasn’t seeing the huge picture that God was painting RIGHT in front of me for His calling on my life. Almost 2 months ago my eyes finally opened as I listened to God speak to me during a devo one morning. I had been hearing about how they had opened up a Celebration Campus in Northern Ireland,UK and felt a tug at my heart as I thought to myself, “neat!” but I didn’t give it much attention after that. Not long after that, about 40 odd days ago two people I happen to love very much, Pastor Big John and Rachel Scott, got called to become the pastors of the church over there. Well little did I know that it would become such a HUGE part of my life as well. When God spoke to me that one beautiful morning He was without a doubt calling me to the mission field, and in none other than, Northern Ireland. In the midst of Him opening doors for me I have had the opportunity to meet some of the Ireland girls and guys and hangout. I also have been able to attend a few Ireland meetings, some involving kids and outreach. Which by the way, is totally where I belong. Anyone that knows me knows my love for children and reaching out to them.
With all that being said, I immediately began to pray and seek God. I began to question Him. I knew He was doing something huge, but for some reason I was fighting it. I was constantly asking Him what His will for my life was, what He wanted me to do with my life, etc. ALL I wanted was to live a life to glorify Him and reach others. I wanted others to know who He is just like I do. I was frustrated that I didn’t seem to be getting answers. Not long after, I was removed from where I was living and I have been basically living out of my car. Sad? No way! God has moved and spoken to me more than I feel He ever has before. A month ago as I sat out on the porch of a friend’s apartment one afternoon He spoke. He told me, “If you believe that I have called you to Ireland, then why are you still questioning me about my will for you and your life? Stop questioning it, and just trust me.” WHOA!
After constant prayer, fasting, long talks with trusted loved ones, and diving in the Word of God, I have been given the chance to finally jump in to my walk towards God’s calling. A new chapter. In November I will be off to Northern Ireland with the Celebration Kids Team! Both areas of my life I am being called to all wrapped up in one?! BAM! So awesome. We will be leaving November 9, 2011 and be back November 15, 2011. We will be over there helping to build up the church as well as the children’s ministry. It is going to be so amazing and I just KNOW God is going to move. For the mission trip I am going to need to raise $2, 300. I ask you to pray and consider partnering with me with a donation. I will also be posting blogs periodically during my trip, so please check back frequently for updates on what God is doing!
I am seriously so very excited for this trip and for how God plans to move. To raise money our team will also be doing a lot of FUNdraisers, so if you feel led to help in that way please check our facebook for the dates things will be happening and come out to support. I am just one step closer to His calling and cannot wait for this trip, or to be living over there. God is so good. If you have any questions feel free to text or call me at 9048873216. Thank you so much for your time and donations! With all my love, Brittany Robertson
1 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. 2 Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love.
EPHESIANS 4:1-2
NOTE:
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE PLEASE SEND MONEY TO:
10943 Raley Creek Drive S
Jacksonville, FL
32225
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Thank you so much! xo Brittany
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