How I Was Called to the Missions Field

I have felt God calling me to go on a mission trip since I
was a freshman in college. Unfortunately, I struggled with depression on and
off nearly the entire duration of my college life, and this held me back from
fulfilling what I felt to be God’s will. Last year, after a night of worship I
heard God speak very clearly to me, telling me to live by faith and to stop
beating myself up over everything. I’ve
tried to hold these words in my heart for the past two years, but this summer I
felt that He wanted me to take a bigger leap of faith than the everyday baby
steps I was taking. I met someone who participated in the World Race one night,
and I learned about Adventures in Missions. After visiting the website and
feeling a strong pull towards the organization, I began my application. My
grandfather passed away soon after, and as I began my senior year a new wave of
fears and insecurities overtook me, prolonging the application process. During
Christmas break, however, I knew that
I needed to apply. I chose the Philippines because God has been breaking my
heart for what breaks His: the poor and the spiritually hungry. My love for youth and children, as well as God’s heart for the poor lead me to the Philippines trip. I feel like God has been preparing my heart for
a trip like this, and I’m so thankful for what He’s done in my life. I am also very excited to see how He works this summer!