The experiences have been numerous and greater than I ever could have fathomed. Even though I am still trying to figure out my place here in Africa, I am at peace with where I am. There is no doubt in my mind that this move was the right step to take. When the times are trying and the uncertainty is so great, there is only one thing to fall back on and that is my faith and belief that I am right where I am suppose to be. Some moments have been tough, but God has a way of stepping in at the right time to provide the comfort and reassurance that He is in control.
My “spur of the moment” adventure to Masai Mara this past weekend really reiterated God’s greatness and the incredible magnitude of His creation. It is difficult to put into words the different landscapes, terrain, wildlife, climates and picturesque settings that combined together create the Mara Valley. I was in complete awe of each view and the enormity of the detail which is truly indescribable. This special place, in the midst of the heart of Kenya, is a vast sanctuary of God’s breathtaking creation. To feel so small in the center of this massive, perfectly orchestrated, serene setting was truly humbling. His greatness is positively overwhelming!
I never imagined I would have an experience like this past weekend. Taking a safari has never been a big desire of mine, especially after being in Africa and experiencing so many other aspects of the continent. Learning the different cultures, being hands-on with the people and various tribes, sharing the word of the gospel just seemed more on the forefront of what was in my mind. After having a difficult day last week, trying to acclimate and adjust to everything in my life being so vastly different, I was presented with an opportunity to visit Masai Mara. Little did I know that this was exactly what I needed to ground me, once again, in God’s greatness. I realized it is not about us and what we do here on Earth, it is about us allowing God to work in and through us for His glory. Sometimes that means being very patient and still, other times that means stepping forward and stepping out sometimes into an unknown space. The most important thing is that we actually surrender ourselves to the will of God and allow Him to take the reins. Then, all we have to do is follow His lead.
“O Lord, you are our Father.
We are the clay, you are the potter;
we are all the work of your hand.”
~ Isaiah 64:8
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