i'm going to make you do some work to find out more….
here are some pictures of what we may see.
this article is about where we will spend time and the people we are going to meet.
and these are the people we are working with.
we will be helping with sewing, gardening and physical therapy.
and i am in charge of taking the pictures.
we will not have computers so i will tell you everything when i get back.
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i have no idea how to prepare.
materially or emotionally.
i don't know what to imagine….what to think…what to do.
so i am praying.
as i pack and check off my list….check check check…i pray.
"help me to do Your work"
"let me bring glory to You"
"thank you God…thank you."
i feel completely unworthy to be one going in this group…to these missionaries…to this place.
God chose me to be a part of this…
me?
it still seems like He picked the wrong girl.
hmmm….
it feels crazy.
these verses have been swirling in my head for a month.
i was afraid when i said yes to pam and jody last fall.
i am afraid when i think of leaving everything i know.
everything.
being away from my kids….AND my husband….across the world???
that scares me.
but those verses…they are true.
HE tells me DO NOT FEAR.
if i am not going to listen to GOD then who AM i going to listen to?!
He is the maker of all things…and i still want to be afraid?
no.
He chose me.
He is with me.
i will not be dismayed.
i am reading my book…packing the suitcases…making some meals to leave behind.
it's all good.
He is in control.
WILL YOU PRAY FOR OUR GROUP?
pam
jody
cassie
teresa
jodi
shelia
kari
meg
every time you click on the blog…pray for us.
every time you see some thing polka dotted…pray for us.
every time Gods brings it to your mind…pray for us.
🙂
thank you.
i know that you will.
i am smiling so big right now.
this is going to be amazing….i can't wait.
no fear.
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Melissa - you are awesome, you will come back a different person. You will have a new look at life to say the least. Take it in and enjoy all that this trip has to offer.
YOU CAN DO THIS, AFTER ALL YOU HAVE GIVEN BIRTH TO 4 KIDS!!
Congrat’s on the magazine that is awesome!!
princess lasertron - You will have such a great transformative trip.
I wanted to tell you that the founder of Charity:Water is speaking at a creative/entrepreneurial conference here in Omaha in May. I can’t wait! It’s 7 days after my due date so I may not be able to go, but I am hoping I can.
Nicole White - I will pray for you all…more encouragement from the word, “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to preach good news to the poor. He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives, and release from darkness for the prisoners, to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor and the day of vengeance of our God, to comfort all who mourn, and provide for those who grieve in Zion- to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of gladness instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called the oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.” Is. 61
God Bless!!!!!!
sara - meg, i’m praying for you & your team. so wonderful god has called you to do this.
Tara - I will pray for you dear Meg. All will be WELL. You are AMAZING. Good luck…
~Tara
Shannon - Meg, I’ve been blog-stalking you for awhile. You will be in my prayers along with your team. This will be a life changing experience. My sister-in-law lived in Uganda for a year and we went to visit her there. The people are amazing. For the most part they are so thankful and content in their situation. It really is what impacted me the most. Someone told me “once you get the dirt of Africa on your feet you never get it off.” Literally for about a month you will wonder if the dirt will ever completely come out of your toenails. Mentally your mind will wonder back to Africa and you’ll be ready to pack your bags and go back at anytime. May God bless you greatly!!!
seleta - Yes.
You are expressing God’s ☀ + ♥
I admire you.
susan - meg, you are amazing and an inpiration really. i will keep you all in my prayers. what you are doing is so beautiful and selfless. wishing you all a safe and blessed trip. susan
DreamGirlLisa - Have a safe and wonderful trip! I can’t wait to see all the amazing pictures you will come home with. Strength, Love, & Peace be with you.
Alaina - God says He will never leave you or forsake you. I am praying for you Meg. I know the Lord has great plans for you and you will be changed by giving a cup of water in Jesus’ name. Blessings!
Lisa - I will be praying for you guys! Safe travels – can’t wait to hear all about it.
Kristy - no fear girl. what you are doing is AWESOME! you guys will be in my prayers daily.
xo
Kathy T - The article made me cry. Thank you for helping these people and this community. You’ll be in my prayers. If we can help in some small way, please let us know. And I’ll miss your blog while you’re gone!
Joy Jonas - God called my family to China and that is where we are living right now. You’re life will never be the same after this trip! I will pray for you and your group and cannot wait to hear about it when you return!!
susan - I will be praying! Thanks for the scripture and also the visual on polka dots…I will not be able to pass up on dots without thinking and praying for you!
Jenny - You got it. My prayers will be with you and your friends.
jeanne - I am so excited for you! What date do you leave? And for the record…YOUR home is gorgeous and I hope I get to take some photos when I come through this summer;-)
Trina McNeilly - Meg…. I WILL BE praying for you. I know all of those feelings and I KNOW that God is so faithful. Those are some of my fav verses. I clung to Psalm 91 when I went to Africa and I still do….just for life and for my family! I’ll try to keep polka dots in front as reminder to pray for you all! Can’t wait to hear all about it. I know your life will be changed forever!
xx Trina
Nan - Meg, I will carry a piece of polka dot fabric in my uniform pocket the entire time you are gone. Each time I reach into the pocket and touch that fabric, it will remind me of where you are and what God is leading you to do. Each time I feel the fabric, I will pray for you and the group that is with you. God Bless you and many prayers come your way. I will anxiously await your stories and pictures.
Nan
linda lou - was thinking of you today i was in the “Creation Station” at the Mall and they had a christmas bowl w/polka dots it was very small even 1/2 price to expensive or i would of got it for you(: merry christmas in thoughts.(:
i will have my sunday school class pray for your team…how long are you gone?
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Anna Marie - Count me in as one of your many prayer warriors!
Kelley - Meg-
I’ll be praying for you every single day. My husband just got home from Haiti last night and the trip changed his life. He is a different person. Thankfully, God was able to prepare me for his homecoming in amazing ways. I’ll pray for your husband and children too! We can’t wait to see your experience. Be safe!
Kelley
tara pollard pakosta - I WILL pray for your group!
Have an awesome time!
and I JUST KNOW you will put a smile
on God’s face, you have such a good pure heart!
tara
the inadvertent farmer - I love polka dots so I will praying for all of you a LOT! Kim
Ann at the Handley Bungalow - I will pray for you and the group you are going with…A LOT!!! You are going to have the time of your life. Life changing. And you are going to be helping people! Wow! God is so good. After living in Cairo, Egypt for over two years I never looked at a grocery store the same again. God Bless You! XO Ann
Sara W - I think the fact that you are going on this trip shows that you are listening to God’s voice and will He will be faithful to you and your journey. Enjoy every moment. I can’t wait to read about it when you get back.
Kerry Wiebe - So proud of your Megs, have fun be safe!! I can’t wait to hear all about it when you get home. Love Ya!
Trish - The most common phrase in the Bible, said by God, Jesus, prophets, apostles… “Do not be afraid”
Lindsayrobertsonphotography.wordpress.com - You are such an inspiration and you and the team will be in my thoughts and prayers daily! Just remember, “faith of a mustard seed” Matt 17:20-21. How great to be a tool to spread the love of the Lord! I look forward to news of your trip.
Melissa Morrill - You will do amazing, and be amazing, because you are amazing! You light up my life everyday with you sentiments and faith in the Lord. I will pray for you everyday and wish you well on your journey. You can ship Waffle here while you are gone if you want….but I can’t promise you will get him back 🙂 lol
Safe journey.
Starsandclouds.wordpress.com - Meg, I have been reading your blog for some time now. Every time an unread message pops up in my GReader, I am filled with joy, because your blog inspires me and makes me happy.
We probably couldn’t be more different, in a sense, so I will keep you in my thoughts while you are doing the amazing thing you are about to do. I will probably share your story of ACTION with my class. And I know they will think of you too!
All the best from Tuscany, Italy. Jessica x
lisa - i will be praying. my best friend and her husband are missionaries with WMF overseeing lima, peru. i had the opportunity to do a month long trip with them thru WMF to india several years ago and it truly was life changing. you are definitely going to an area where you will see and be among the poorest of the poor. God will open your eyes to so many things … including yourself. remember that God’s LOVE is so BIG that it crosses ALL parts of the world and ALL of us in it .. including you and me and the people you will meet.
praying for you and can’t wait to hear more 🙂
lisa
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Staci - I am praying my sweet friend 🙂 I am praying!!!!
Kacey - Have a safe trip! You will be amazing!!! Praying for you.
Diana - God has what you need to pack. He will be with you from here to there and back, each and every moment. You are not the “wrong girl”… God doesn’t make mistakes. They are people like you and me… just different circumstances. God has a Good Work just for you to do in His Name while you are there.
Praying for your team. Praying for you.
Philippians 4:13
{hugz}
♥
Courtney - Everything is going to be wonderful! You’re in TONS of prayers!
amy jupin - oh my. my hear feels so heavy right now.
i will pray for you to be brave.
i will pray for you to be strong.
i will pray for you to be helpful.
i will pray for you to be inspiring.
i will pray for your safety.
i will pray for your health.
i will pray for your family.
i will pray for all of these things and for you.
God bless you Meg, my bloggy friend.
mae - Blessings from Singapore … take care!
kbonikowsky - Meg ~ As a missionary kid and video missionary documentor, I’ll pass along a tip an old-timer missionary photographer gave me. lemon drops. Stuff your camera bag and pockets full of them! Give them to those you take pictures of, or who help you climb a tree to get a “perfect shot.” Its a perfect ending to awkward picture moments. It gives you something to give all the beggar children you will see. I’ve even seen a tribal chief pop one in his mouth and smother a grin. Everybody likes lemon drops. God bless your travel and may your life be transformed with the goodness of God even in dark places.
Juli - My kids did a Vacation Bible school this past summer called Crocodile Dock. There was catchy song on that soundtrack to memorize Joshua 1:9 and whenever things get iffy, that song pops into my mind.
Go get your kids and jam out to this right now!
Here’s the original soundtrack on Youtube:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjtJ4Bq3oY4&feature=related
here’s another good one:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sJdIn2_pvRk
Who knows, you may even get a chance to teach these to the kids there! Yes, I will be praying for you! I already think of you everytime I see polka-dots so there will be plenty of prayers sent up.
God will use you mightily, girl!
jen - You . are. amazing.! I LOVE this post! And, what a great idea! I will pray for all of you every time I click on your blog and see polka dots! Love your faith. You’re an inspiration to us all! Travel safe. Have fun. Be the glory of the Lord. Smiles, Jen
Tammy - God is doing great things through you and your group. You are a warrior of his. I am praying for all of you.
Robyn Farmer - Thank you so much for sharing this and for being transparent on your blog. The Lord chose Meg because he will use you in big ways there as well as when you return and even as silly as it might sound but to reach many hearts through your blog. Your life will be changed by this experience, this is a fact. I can’t wait to hear how God moves. I will be praying for you every time I see a polka dot and that means a lot of prayers for Africa as I have a little girl and polka dots are the norm around here.
Karen Gerstenberger - Dear Meg,
Thank you for this honest and open posting – as all of yours are, but this one really speaks to me today. The scripture you posted, I will begin to hold in my heart, too.
I know you are super busy, but want to share this with you. I have accepted a speaking engagement next month that is bigger than anything I have ever done, and I am also worried that I’m the “wrong girl,” but also feel called, so I will go. If you are interested, it is the Hope and Empowerment Event with the Henry Tucker Foundation (www.henrytuckerfoundation.org) in Indianapolis, and Patrick Doughtie (the writer and co-director of the movie, “Letters to God” (www.letterstogodthemovie.com) is the keynote speaker. He is screening the movie there, too. I’m just one of the side-speakers, but still feel as you described here. So I will pray with you as I check you blog, and thank you for posting a scripture that encourages me, too. God bless you and your team as you go to do His work in Love!
Laura - You are so brave
Grace - Amen! I am praying with all these wonderful ladies for your safety and blessings on this trip!
Karen - I think that ya’ll are doing something amazing that some would not even consider. I think that God gave you your talent of photography for things like this trip so that youcan bring back to us what is going on there. Just know that you and the entire group will be in my prayers.
Karen
Tupelo, Ms
lora - I am definitely praying! God made you in his image for such a time as this! Believe it!
Becky @ Farmgirl Paints - Oh and if I were you I would take a little roll-on cologne or something to keep in my pocket. I am sure the stinch will be overwhelming. If you are anything like me it may make you a little sick to your stomach.
Becky @ Farmgirl Paints - I am teary Meg. Those pictures are unbelievable. It’s so hard to wrap my mind around images like that…that people are out there in that filth. You have been chosen and God will equipt you.
What an awesome privilege to use your gifts for the Kingdom. I know for a fact you will come back a different person. Count on me. I will be praying for you as you do this BRAVE thing. I have polka dots all over my house, so I’ll be praying alot. Love you girl.
Christy - Meg, Have a wonderful safe trip! I can’t wait to hear all about it when you return. The world needs more people like you.
maribeth - what an amazing opportunity! you will be in my prayers!
Sara Cameli - I am so proud of you for being so brave. Keep an open mind and an open heart, the experience will no doubt be one that you remember forever. It is very hard to be that far away from everything you know and everything that is familiar…be strong and know that I will be thinking of you!!!!!
Flower Patch Farmgirl - I must have prayed for you 5 or 6 times yesterday. And the two biggest things that I prayed for were 1) Rest and 2) No worry. When I have big stuff going on, it causes me to not sleep well, so I’m praying that the fear flees and you are left cozy in your bed, sleeping soundly, for these next couple of nights. Your family will be cared for while you are gone and you will be returned safely to them before you know it. So, be at peace, be fully rested and go do God’s work! How amazing.
Michelle - It is going to be amazing. So much love, prayers and positive thoughts are going with you Meg. Have a great, life changing experience & soak it all in.
Safe travels.
Heather R. - I think about the post you did with the man who was holding the log to make a point. Remember that one? YOU are letting go of the log and letting HIM guide you. You are being prayed for.
Laura - The Lord has been bringing you to mind in the past few days and I have been praying. This is going to be such a life-changing experience. I am praying that you will be able to see not only their physical needs; but more importantly, their spiritual needs. God will be with you every step of the way, as well as with your family at home. I can’t wait to see the pictures and hear all about it when you return! I’ll be praying as God brings you to mind.
Lori - Oh, I forgot to say that I received my photograph purchase in the mail yesterday. So cool! Thanks.
Lori - Meg, the pictures made me tear up and feel humbled by our many blessings we have in this country. And you are the EXACTLY RIGHT person to go on this trip!! God knew what he was doing when he placed this oppotunity in your lap. You are so very capable (you mentioned sewing and taking photos, no one could do it better!). You are so nurturing (lots of experience with 5 kids and a husband!). You are so warm and accepting. Reading the comments on your blog it is obvious that people feel comfortable around you. And yet, you are barely aware of these positive attributes. And of course, you are willing! And that is mostly what God needs, cause he will do the rest through you!
I promise to pray for you every day, and so look forward to hearing/seeing all about it when you get back.
Linda - What a beautiful post, Meg, and a wonderful reminder to us all. To pray and not to fear. It’s something we can all remember, whether we’re at home and hoping not to lose power or heat in a storm or flying for hours to help others in a country foreign to us. Prayers are with you. Have a wonderful and safe trip. We look forward to all you will share with us when you return.
Lori McDonough - I will raise your group up in prayer, Meg. God bless you all in your travels and as you do His work. I pray his angels will wrap their arms around you and protect you as you make this incredible journey! Can’t wait to hear all about it when you return.
Kim - God is faithful! Thanks for being open to His leading!!
mel - prayers for you and your group, meg. i’m sure it will be an awesome experience! i look forward to reading all about it when you return.
Lauren - I promise you will not regret this trip! It will be life changing and amazing!!!
chasity - praying.
for safety.
for a successful trip.
praying.
CathyC - How long are you going for? you will be missed. your blog and your photos that clearly show how much you love your family is an inspiration.
have a safe flight and a safe stay.
Julie - Those verses are an amazing encouragement! Thank you.
Lanny Stanard - Megan… I’m sitting here on friday morning ready your post I just want you to know my heart goes out to you and your friends. I will pray and have other pray too! My Mom passed 6 weeks ago, you know she had aline right up to heaven, but know she is there, I miss her so much so could you also pray for me/us… I cared for her 9yrs and 3 weeks before she passed 24/7 I wouldn’t give that time back for nothing… You all have my prayer’s, have you girls named your group yet? I think you should you truely are a gift thats for sure! Have a safe trip… Just remember God is sitting right next to YOU!!! blessing’s
Megan - I’ll be praying!
julie - I am praying and I will continue to pray.
I am so very, very proud of you.
Excited to see what HE is going to do through your team.
Take good care my friend.
Laura Phelps - just bought a red polka dotted cat collar
looking at it now
prayer has already begun…
Christina - You and everyone there will be covered in prayer! Everything you do will be covered in prayer!
And thank you…I think I might have a certain song playing through my head as I go to sleep tonight. That is a good thing.
Staci Danford - Best of BLESSINGS on your journey.. You are doing something that will fill your heart with memories and JOY for many years to come…
Staci
BriBedell - I read another blog mckmama at mycharmingkids.net she is going to Africa very soon too. Wondering if your going to be in the same place?
Lindsay Thomas - You definitely have my prayers. “DO NOT FEAR” GOD told you that! awesome.
Kate - Perfect Love.
Casts out all fear.
It does. It really does. He loves you so much, He just needs your hands. You are amazing.I will pray for you with all my heart.
Melissa Salomon - I will be praying for you and the team!
Melissa Salomon
http://www.cptlnmexico.wordpress.com