Hello!
Sooo why am I going on the World Race? I’ve gone back and forth trying to answer this in a simple way, and what I’ve come up with is that it’s what I feel God is calling me to do. I’ve had a heart for mission work my whole life. Growing up in a family where serving and loving others is a top priority gave me the opportunity to experience the blessings of mission work at a young age. On every mission trip I’ve been fortunate enough to participate in, international or domestic, I learn so much about God’s character and what he has called us to do: love others!
Like many people my age, I often find myself trying to plan out every detail of my future, and I’ve discovered that the more I try to control my life, the more anxious I become. It’s been hard for me to accept that I can’t plan out everything about my future because I don’t like feeling not in control of what my life will look like. Even though I was terrified, I chose to surrender to what God is putting on my heart. You might think that going on a 9-month mission trip is a little crazy, it’s definitely not “the norm” for a 19 year old BUT I feel like some of the best decisions take a leap of faith.
I am so fortunate to have been shown God’s love throughout my life and cannot wait to share His love with others. I’m so ready and excited for all the lessons the Lord is going to teach me during these 9 months! Thankyou for taking the time to read my first blog post! More entries to come as I continue to prepare for this journey! I really appreciate your support 🙂
“You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh ; rather, serve one another humbly in love.” Galatians 5:13
I am so proud of you!!! Can’t wait to see what God has in store for you .
Dear Ashley
So proud and happy for you! I love that you are embarking on an amazing journey of self discovery and service to the Lord. Please read Jeremiah 29;11.
Ash,
I am so blessed to call you my sister! I am so proud of you and your mission to serve!
For I know the plans I have for you,
declares the LORD, plans to prosper you
and not to harm you, plans to give you
hope and a future.
– Jeremiah 29:11
Congratulations to you for your decision to serve the Lord. For your decision to serve the Lord wherever His work takes you.
Praying for you on your upcoming spiritual journey. We are proud of you.
God bless you,
The Mace Family
This warms my heart to hear this, will be praying for you for safe travels while on the trip and for God’s Will to be done. I can’t wait to hear how He works in your life on this trip. What an amazing experience! ??Neil and Anissa Hollingsworth
I’m so encouraged by your willingness to surrender your life to Christ and serve others. We’ll be praying for you this next year!
Hi Ashley!! I am so proud to call you my niece, you have such a good & giving heart! I’m ecstatic at the decision you have made to spread the word, your joy & your love to others around the world. What an opportunity for the growth of your spirit & soul by giving to others. Indeed it is in giving that we receive. I pray you make your goal so that you can share your beautiful smile with every human you encounter! All my love, Aunt Nece