Have you ever prayed, longed, dreamt and hoped for something that seemed impossible… then woke up one day to realize it had became a reality!? Today I experienced a flood of conflicting emotions: fear vanquished by a peace that surpasses all understanding; a sense of loss overwhelmed with excitement for what is ahead; uncertainty overwhelmed by confidence that God has called, equipped and orchestrated all the events that have lead me to this point in my life!
This is a small glimpse into the cacophony of emotions that I feel right now. Today is finally here. It’s hard to describe what it is like to leave something that you love so much and something you have poured your heart and soul into… for something else you love equally as much.
Today is the first day of my new “journey.” The adventure begins!
Of course, it is fitting that God awakens me @ 3 am with an overwhelming sense and desire to PRAY! What better way to step into a God-sized task? There is no other way! The calling that He has given me is way out of my league… but that’s the point. He is the one who will make the way as I am completely surrendered to Him.
As I join The Timothy Initiative full-time today, I am more confident than ever that God is with me. I know that He is lighting the path ahead of me and has prepared me and my family for the mission ahead. I am keenly aware that there is a spiritual battle in the unseen world that rages… Yet, God is greater! He is able. He overcomes the darkness! He brings hope! He moves powerfully in this world when we pray!
- Prayer is the heartbeat of the Christian life.
- Prayer is the key to unleashing the power of God to overcome the darkness.
- Prayer awakens our hearts to discover and accomplish God’s incredible plan for our lives.
…And without prayer, nothing of eternal value will ever be accomplished.
I urge you to prioritize time daily to spend alone with God. Nothing… I mean nothing, will ever be a more worthy investment of your time. Time in His Word, through worship and prayer is that key to awaken your heart to what He has planned for you today and for what He is calling you to do in the future.
As our family launches out as missionaries with The Timothy Initiative, our first step will be heading to Guatemala for language school for a few months. We will be pioneering and laying the ground work for TTI to partner with and train pastors/leaders in Guatemala. We will need an army of prayer warriors to surround us in prayer! Will you please add us to your daily prayer list?
- Pray for us to fall more in love with God, that we would continue to hear His voice and have the courage to follow Him.
- Pray that He would place His hand of favor and protection over every step we take!
- Pray that God would supernaturally open the right the doors for us while we are there (to connect with churches, ministries and pastors; to find the right language school; place to stay, transportation, financial support, safety etc.)
Pastor Matt,
Prayers with you and your family every day.
Thank you, it means so much to us to know you are faithfully praying for us! You are such an encouragement!
When I was praying for you and your family Tuesday night, I saw doors, lots of doors flying open and they could not be shut. Praise the Lord God almighty.
Wow! That is so encouraging. I know God is going before us as we venture into unknown territory. We are trusting Him to do just that – open the doors He wants us to walk through! Thank you so much!
Honored to be walking alongside You, Michelle and kids this side if heaven. Excited to watch and see what He does next. You are each in or thoughts and prayers.
Thank you so much for your prayers! Our kids love your kids… Michelle and I look up to you and Susie so much. Thank you for being such a great example of a family that love the Lord and serves together!
Standing with you in prayer, knowing God is right there with you in each step, confident God will grow your family closer to each other and to Himself.
Mom, you are our faithful prayer warrior! Thank you for interceding on our behalf with such fervency! Your prayers over me in the morning before you all left were powerful! Love you!
Praying for you, friends.
Thank you so much!
We love you all so very much and are keeping you in prayer every dayPraying that He would place His hand of favor and protection over every step you take!! So excited to see how God is going to use you all! Blessings!
Thank you soooooo much. It truly means the world to us knowing that you are praying for us daily! You are such a blessing!
Praying for God’s love to lead Matt and his family in safe travels on their amazing journey.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!