I stand now with a closed door behind me and an open door in front of me. This summer has been beyond amazing. Looking back at the plans I had for my summer, I wonder how much of this I would have missed out on. If I had stayed on the coast, gotten a job and not moved, I would not have been able to volunteer at camp, hang out with my family, or meet some of the great people I have met. What a blessing it is to have a Lord who knows me better than I do.
This week was full of blessing. I didn't know if I was coming back to camp, but I did. I didn't know if I would have the mental strength to pour into those girls, but I did. All by the strength of the Lord.
My two cousins, who I have seen only twice in the past three years, were campers this week. It was really great to be able to hang out with them and get to know them again. I had so much fun hanging out with them.
On Wednesday, something incredible happened. 7 of my girls individually decided to give their lives to Jesus. We stayed up very late having individual conversations about their decision and I got the chance to mentor them in their future walk with the Lord. It was such an amazing night and I saw life transformations happen. So if you would pray with me that as each of these girls go home, they will have mature Christians come alongside them and they will stand bold and strong in their decision.
At camp, I have also met some great staff whose devotion to the Lord is evident. It was such a joy to get to know them and serve with them. I only hope now that these relationships will not end with camp.
I would also like to ask for prayer for myself in planning my trip. The departure date is getting closer as I plan to leave in 2 weeks.
Thank you all for your prayer. I have been so blessed to have so many great people behind me and supporting me in the ways the Lord calls them to. Thank you all.