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I Don’t Know, But “Yes.”

Hey y’all! It has been too long! Please know that I am trying to be diligent about writing blogs more often! Life here has been so awesome! God is, without a doubt, moving here in Guatemala! Within a week, I had the honor and privilege of witnessing two sweet ladies come to Christ! I could not ask for more. The Lord continues to reveal His heart for His people to me, and it is so beautiful. The people of Guatemala are simply like no other. 

I am currently learning what it really means to have my sure fire “yes” on the table for the Lord. Learning to say “yes” confidently without trying to fully figure out the ins and outs of His plan before giving an answer. Learning to give over fear and need for control to the Father. I love the really beautiful moments of sitting with my hands open in the presence of the Lord. He has taught me that saying “no” to my plan is saying “yes” to His.

Currently being on the World Race for a little over three months has been so eye opening. For those that don’t know, but might have stumbled across my blog, the World Race is a nine or eleven month mission trip. I am on the nine month trip and we are currently in Guatemala- our first of three countries. Here we are getting discipled while discipling others and spreading the love of Christ in many ways such as house visits, painting the church we partner with, teaching English, and more. 

On the Race, I continue to be reminded of the story of Noah. He had such a supernatural faith. He says “yes” to the Lord without a doubt of God’s character. God asked a man living in the desert to build an ark because rain was coming. Noah was building an “I don’t know” for “I haven’t got a clue.” And in the end, his family was saved from the flood. Though he did not understand it all, his “yes” to his Father was a “yes” that I want to be able to give to my Father.  

My heart is growing  for the Lord’s Word and His people. My thoughts are becoming His thoughts. Though times are hard, I know for certain that I am currently in the will of the Lord, and that is beyond comforting. I would love for prayer for my team, Ahava-Selah, as we are learning to lean in to the Father when it gets hard, and choose to believe the words written in James 1:2-4. (Thank You for Your faithfulness, God.) Secondly, I would love prayer for our time left here in Guatemala. Yesterday, we had to say goodbye to some of our students after the last day of English class. Next, we will be doing other types of ministry with our host in the coming weeks, and head to debrief on January 6th. 

While leaving will be hard, it being hard is a blessing. We have been so surrounded in love since stepping foot in Guatemala, and I cannot wait to come back one day soon. In January, my squad will be headed to Johannesburg, Africa. I am so looking forward to the next few months on the Race, and cannot wait to keep you updated on the journey and the times I say “yes” to the Father in the coming days.

 

God is good, all the time. All the time, God is good.

Much love  from Guatemala,

KJ



10 Comments

  1. This is like an early Christmas gift. Hearing your words…Oh how the presence of the Lord is all around you all. Praise the Lord for the 2 new sisters in Christ.
    Thank you so much for continuing to be the hands and feet of Jesus!

    Praying for continued safety and good health for you all.

    May the Presence of Our Lord be felt wherever you go! Where he Leads we Go!

    Merry Christmas you beautiful heart!

    Mindy

  2. May you always be as Brite as you smile…. many prayers on your journey!
    With love and respect continue with your journey in Jesus name…

  3. Hey Katelyn!

    It is such an encouragement to hear that you are doing so well and growing in your faith. I love hearing how God is using you and growing you in so many fruitful ways!

    As always, I pray that your team has the same mindset as Christ and that the hearts of all those around you will be softened and that the seeds of the Gospel be planted in good soil.

    Much love for you my friend,
    Sarah Ann:)

  4. Hey Katelyn! It is so great to hear what God is doing in your heart and life. I know He is using you in a powerful way to bless and draw others to Him. I join you in wanting to put my “yes” on the table for God every day in every area of my life. I cling to the promise in Hebrews 11:6 that says God honors our faith in Him by “rewarding those who diligently seek Him.” I love you and continue to pray for you daily that God provides exactly what you need when you need it and in all things you give Him the glory. Looking forward to your next update! Ricky

  5. It’s SO good to hear from you! So glad God is carrying you through and you are learning to lean on Him! Prayers for you and your team as you wind things down in Guatemala. Much love ??

  6. MINDY!!
    Merry Christmas!! Thank you for taking the time to read my blog! God is SO good!
    I love you lots!! I hope you have a very Merry Christmas!!
    -your HBurg girl

  7. Hey Sarah Ann!Thank you for your prayers! I love you a lot and I cannot wait to see you some type of soon!
    Merry Christmas, sweet friend!!

  8. Mr. Ricky!
    Wow, I miss you and your family! Please tell them I said hey!!
    Thank you for diligently praying for me in this season of life. It truly means the world. I love y’all!!
    Merry Christmas Watt fam!!

  9. Julie!! HI!!
    Thank you for praying for me and my team! I love you a lot, and cannot wait to share stories with you when I get back to the Burg! (The oils have come in handy! TY!)
    KJ

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