100 days.

100 days. That is all. In 100 days I will board a plane to Uganda.

That number seems so small, and tomorrows 99 even smaller. As the numbers decrease my need for dependence on God increases. I am so excited to be living in the Lords will, but that doesn't mean it is easy. 

When I talk about Africa, I talk about all the amazing opportunities I will have and all the awesome ways I will get to serve. I talk about the little boys that have a big part of my heart and the fact I am so excited to show them love. 

I don't talk about how much it terrifies me to be away from those I love here in the States, or the pain I feel when I make a list of all the events I will not get to be present at. 

I talk about the great amount of money God has provided for me through generous people, but I don't talk about the humility it has taken me to ask support, and the great amount of pride in my life that I have become aware of during this process. I talk about how thankful I am for the great response to my ministry, but don't talk about the great amount of doubt I have in my heart that I have to daily fight - in believing God will provide for me, every cent. 

The list goes on. The truth is, though I would like to think my decision to pack up and move to Africa makes me brave, I have never felt so weak. 

I am scared of what happens in 100 days - yet so so excited to let God lead me through this journey. My weakness is just another reminder that this journey is not about me. I can do nothing beneficial for not a single person in Uganda - but God can through me! 

Please be in pray for me the next 100 days. Specifically: 

• 100% of completed support raising and for my confidence in God that He will provide. 
• I am in need of things for ministry such as a laptop. Money is one of the hardest things to trust the Lord with - but I am praying that He will provide. Join me. 
• Spiritual preparation - that I know Him better, to be able to teach about Him better. 
• My wacked out emotions - that I be comforted by the Lord. 

I am so thankful for the amazing amount of support, prayers, and love I have been shown. I am so excited for you to be part of this journey with me. 

Much love, 

J

xoxo

P.S.  Happy Independence Day, Uganda! : )