Preparing to Go

It's insane to think that in just 5 short days I will be settled into my new home for the year. God has just been so good; I pray I never take for granted His faithfulness. Praise the Lord for His Word and the comfort that comes from it. It would be all to easy for me to let my fleshly fear come into play and turn myback now on what God would have me to do. But I won't; I refuse to turn back. The Song "I have Decided to Follow Jesus" is constantly ringing in my head.

"I have decided to follow Jesus
I have decided to follow Jesus
NO TURNING BACK! NO TURNING BACK!
"The world behind me, the cross before me
The world behind me, the cross before me
NO TURNING BACK! NO TURNING BACK!
"Though none go with me, still I will follow
Though none go with me, still I will follow
NO TURNING BACK! NO TURNING BACK!"

I've decided to follow, and I cannot and will not break that commitment! What better way is there to spend my life than to serve my Savior? He gave His life for me; the least I can do is give Him mine.

The next few days consist of packing, visiting family, packing, writing thank you cards, packing, visiting with friends, and more packing! It's going to be busy and hectic, but all the craziness makes the quiet moments with my Lord all the more special and cherished.

August 22nd, Saturday morning at 9, I'll be boarding the plan that will fly me to Charlotte, North Carolina, then Lord willing landing in Puerto Rico around 3:30 pm the same day.

Here's how you can pray:
~~My own personal preparations (packing, spiritual readiness)
~~Travel safety (I see the Tropical Storm "Bill" is making headway to PR)
~~Wisdom and boldness in interactions with students
~~Peace to remember that God's with me....even if I feel alone...He's there

I will continue to make updates periodically! Thanks so much for all of those who have given to make this all possible! I desperately covet all prayers!

God bless you all!
~Stefanie Beals
Ps. 25:20-21