So I know it's been awhile (a few weeks is awhile for me, lol) since I've blogged, so as I sit here on a beautiful Saturday in Florida I start to think, why not, it's time to write :) I just got back from a glorious 2-day getaway that God blessed me with; a time of reflecting, relaxing, and rejuvenating. It was a great time to think about what lies ahead for me in Africa; what lies ahead on my next adventures; a time to reflect on all that God has brought me through and blessed me with. (My journal is full from just 2 days!) My heart is overjoyed for what God has in store for me. Sometimes all my mind can do is think about Africa, the children there, the beauty there. How many of you know that waiting is not always easy? Waiting can be SO hard. And that's where God has me right now, WAITING. My journey to Africa full-time started just over a year ago and God has brought me so far, SO close. And I know He will get me there, but only in HIS timing. I know God is still equipping me, teaching me, molding me for the call on my life ahead of me. And that call is in Zimbabwe, is AFRICA.In this year of preparation time so far, God has blessed me with 75% of my financial support (that's a whole lot in this economy! I'm so forever thankful to all my financial supporters!!), He's blessed me with the mentoring of some incredible men and women of God (you know who you are), and He's blessed me with the understanding that sometimes you just have to WAIT.
As you read this, my work permit application for Zimbabwe is with African immigration in Harare, which is the capital city of Zimbabwe. This work visa and the remaining 25% of my finances are the only things I'm waiting on before I can hit African soil. Please stand with me in prayer that the work permit will come through smoothly and that the political climate in Zimbabwe won't hold up the process. Anybody that has traveled or lived in another country knows that what immigration really means is "HURRY UP AND WAIT" :) lol
Also, my prayer for 21 new financial partners during the 21 day fast are definitely being answered :) I've seen at least 10 new partners jump onboard in just the last month and I know God is going to bring it through to fruition.
So as I wait, I pray that I can do it beautifully and enjoy every moment God has for me right where I am. I certainly plan to.
God Bless,
Shannon
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