God's Glorious Purpose

I have learned so much already about God's call on my life. During training I have been humbled as I am reminded that I can do nothing without my Father. It is God who has called me. God has laid Russia on my heart and He is going to work through me to bring about His purpose. I pray that I will be able to remember this and not be afraid to share with others Christ's love. It is not me who is teaching and loving, but Christ in me. My prayer is that I continue to allow Him to use me and be His hands and feet. He did not give me a spirit of timidity, but one of power and strength and love, because my spirit is Christ. He will provide, He will empower me to rise above myself and reach out in love.
We have had a chance to do some exploring in the mountains of Pasadena and I often am just overwhelmed by the grandeur of God's glory. He has created this earth so detailed and intricate and just beautiful! But on top of that, He has created ME, who to Him is even more gorgeous than any ocean or mountain or stream. I am even more humbled as I realize this... God loves me and chooses to use me to bring more of his beloved children into His Kingdom. What a task, what an honor; I must obey.