Welcome
to my support page. If you are here you are probably considering supporting me
and my missions trip to Nigeria. The purpose of this page is to share with you
my heart and my vision, as well as my prayer. I want you to know how your
support will be applied to my ministry and how your support will be a ministry
in and of itself.
God has been
doing incredible things in my life. He has brought me to a deeper understanding
of his love for me. He has placed in my heart desires that I would not have
previously had, without this new outpouring of his spirit. Because of this, my
main goal and purpose is to further the kingdom of God by taking the gospel to
the unreached and therefore radically changing the nations for Christ
This
desire for such a high set goal hasn't always been a passion of mine. I have
been going to church ever since I can remember. I grew up in a Christian home
with Godly parents who have shown me the kind of self-discipline and
determination that is currently taking me down this road with much fervor. But, it is
now at the age of 18, that God is bringing me to a deeper and much more
intimate relationship with him. A relationship that goes beyond the church pews
and Sunday morning services. God is drawing me out of the ordinary and into the
unknown, literally.
On
January 3, 2001, myself and a team of 8 other fellow students will be going to
Nigeria for one month. This is a nation that is predominantly Muslim. Although
many Christians in Nigeria are being persecuted and often killed, the church is
strong. It is because of this that I have such a desire to go to Nigeria and
open the eyes of these lost souls. God calls us to go and preach the gospel to
all lands. That is why God is slowly taking me out of what I have always known
as comfort and into his arms, just a little bit tighter.
Over
Forty years ago Lauren Cunningham, the founder of Youth With A Mission, had a
vision of a wave of teenagers flooding the unreached nations in order to win
souls for Christ. And now, forty years later, that same dream is being birthed
in so many young peoples lives today. I believe that God is calling forth this
generation to finish what the previous generations began. God is pouring out
his spirit into our hearts; we are the ones that are prophesying and seeing
visions - like it talks about in Joel 2:28. I believe this generation is going
to revolutionize and bring new meaning to the word "missions". Get
Ready!
Right
now I am involved in a Christian organization called Youth With A Mission
(Y.W.A.M.). There are 18 of us at the Minneapolis base and many more throughout
the world. Youth With A Mission is an international movement of young
Christians working to help make a difference in a hungry world, thirsty for
Christ. Founded in 1960 by Lauren Cunningham, it is now one of the largest
interdenominational and international Christian ministries, with about 12,000
volunteer staff (and thousands more affiliated workers) based in 750
locations in over 135 countries. This organization is incredible because it
gives us, as teens, an opportunity to unite in our desires to be a part of
changing people's lives for the better. We, as one body, are responding to the
"Great Commission"--Jesus' command to His disciples to go into all
the world and tell the Good News.
I
believe the gospel of Jesus is not just about words, but also actions. So we
share our faith through many different kinds of practical help--from
agricultural training to running medical clinics--as well as telling about the
Christian beliefs that inspire our actions.
I
am currently involved in the Discipleship Training Program (DTS). Every week we
have a different speaker, most of whom fly in from other states. These teachers
speak about the various aspects of becoming a faithful disciple, such as -
building Godly relationships, servant-hood, and confronting the spiritual
battles that are very much prevalent in our everyday walks with Christ. The
second school is the School of Evangelism (SOE). This school follows the same
kind of pattern but, is more intense and speaks on topics that gear you more
towards the specific evangelical field you wish to pursue. In every school
there is an outreach that you and your team takes part in. We have the option
of choosing two different places (although, every school is different), our
options where Nigeria or Mexico. God has called me to go to Nigeria.
This
new journey that God is taking me on will be challenging as well as exciting. But,
I know that I will not be walking down this road alone. I walk side by side
with my Creator, as He leads me through this new chapter in my life. My steps
are already pre-ordained. I know that all I have to do is walk down the path. I
just long for God's heart. I want to dream his dreams and walk in the steps
that have already been pre-placed before me.
It
has been the hardest thing for me to trust God financially. But, I know that
because I am doing His work and following His heart, God will provide for me;
just as he provided for the Israelites on their way to the Promised Land. I
believe that God is bringing me to a period of testing as well, to see if I
will leave all of my financial burdens in his hands. So, I am trusting in my
father and know that all things work out for the good of those who trust in
him.
I
pray the very best for you. I pray that the Lord returns to you 100 fold, the
blessing you have given me. I pray blessings for you and your household and
that you become prosperous in all that you do.
This
school that I am in is a cost of itself; the trip to Nigeria and also the next
school that I may attend are all financial needs of mine. I pray that you seek
God to tell you how much to give, whether it be a monthly support, a one-time
donation, or just the thought of me in your prayers. It is all greatly
appreciated, not only by my family and I, but God as well. Please, prayerfully
consider being a part of my support team. I thank you for your prayers and
donations. It is because of hearts like yours that we are able to change the
nations for Christ; taking back what the devil stole and furthering the kingdom
of our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless you abundantly!
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Discipleship
Training School - $2,700
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Nigeria Trip
- $2,000
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School of Evangelism
- $2,700
"Give
generously to him and do so without a grudging heart; then because of this the
Lord your God will bless you in all your work and in everything you put your
hand to." Deuteronomy 14:10
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