1 Corinthians 26-31

Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. god chose the lowly thing of this world and the despised thing-and the things that are not- to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before him. It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God- that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. Therefore, as it is written: "Let the one who boasts boast in the Lord." - 1 Corinthians 26-31

Thursday, January 30, 2014

Passions Change


Yeah…. it's been a long time since I've written anything on my blog (...my apologies). My mom probably checks occasionally, and those of you who were following have probably stopped waisting your time to look, but there is good reason why I've disappeared. Time is passing by! I only have 4 months left to impact the hearts of the ones I've come to love here in Taiwan. That thought changes my attitude and daily actions. It makes me stop and think, "Have I shown God in the fullness of my passion for him?"

I will be honest and say that the life of a student missionary isn't all roses, and we go through some really difficult times. Other SMs might be able to better put to words the experiences and struggles we face, but no matter how they are presented we all go through something that changes us. Before leaving Walla Walla I thought of the potential difficulties but it was more a thought than realizing it would become reality. With that said, I don't think it is worth my time to write down these struggles because they won't be what I remember when I leave. My memories will be filled by the people God blessed me to come to know, experiences I've been able to have, adventures, kids who yell out "Miss Joanna!" at the top of their lungs, blessed conversations, and crazy foods that I've eaten.

All-in-all the time spent here has been a blessing. My heart is being renewed in many ways I didn't know it was lacking. Even though life seems to be sucked out every time I step outside and get forced to realize I am still in the city, my heart for Taiwan people overtakes my longing for the NW. I am here. Not living for myself, but for these people. For these relationships. For God. They exceed my passions and desires for wilderness living. Don't get me wrong, I will never stop desiring to be out in nature. Listen here: Passions change when God takes those passions over. Yeah, interesting thought huh? God changes the heart. With him there is joy in everything. Because I know and live this, my time here has been abundant in positive experiences. So, I face each day with my hand in His and there is nothing better than that!

On my return I hope to connect with most of you (if not all) and personally share my experience in depth. God is good!

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