As I look back through all the years that passed, I can see God’s providence leading me to circumstances and experiences that are made to become the turning points in my life—my chances to change and improve.
Three years ago, my life was changed—my knowledge broadened, my perspective widened, and my passion re-ignited. My college batchmates organized a mission trip to three foreign countries, Thailand, Cambodia and Laos, in which mission work like sharing Christ and doing good were incorporated into the art of backpacking. Little did I know that this epic experience created an impact that will remain in me!
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We went to some of the famous spots and to the streets as well, meeting people and talking to them. For three weeks, I lived and breathed like a local. It was a life-changing experience indeed!
The changes came in slowly and today I realized it more fully.
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How about you, dear reader. Have you joined any mission trip before? Or do you like to experience one?
Three years ago, my life was changed—my knowledge broadened, my perspective widened, and my passion re-ignited. My college batchmates organized a mission trip to three foreign countries, Thailand, Cambodia and Laos, in which mission work like sharing Christ and doing good were incorporated into the art of backpacking. Little did I know that this epic experience created an impact that will remain in me!
The smell of a different country, the sight of backpackers and monks and temples, the sound of a distinct language, the unfamiliar types of food—all these and many others thrilled me as I explored the "Land of Smiles", the "Kingdom of Wonder", and the country that is "Simply Beautiful."
The trip opened my eyes to the sad reality of corrupt politics and governance in my country as I compared it with theirs. It also offered me the chance to know more about the people, their culture and religion. Seeing all these, I understand why God had brought me there. That is to open my mind and make me more understanding.
I am a nurse but the love and passion for mission work was re-ignited there. Sharing Jesus’ love to others even to the people in non-Christian countries is challenging but it also filled my heart with joy. That experience prepared me for the work I am doing today with One Year in Mission. It made me open-minded, strong, mission-oriented, and humble.
I remember what Count Zinzerdorf once said, "I have but one passion: It is He, it is He alone. The world is the field and the field is the world; and henceforth that country shall be my home where I can be most used in winning souls for Christ."
Today I enjoy sharing Christ, doing acts of kindness, and building a community, which endeavors to make their own place a little heaven here on earth.
I remember what Count Zinzerdorf once said, "I have but one passion: It is He, it is He alone. The world is the field and the field is the world; and henceforth that country shall be my home where I can be most used in winning souls for Christ."
Today I enjoy sharing Christ, doing acts of kindness, and building a community, which endeavors to make their own place a little heaven here on earth.
How about you, dear reader. Have you joined any mission trip before? Or do you like to experience one?