(Disclaimer: This was supposed to be posted about three weeks ago... heheh...)
It is time for me to say goodbye to my summer internship here at Pioneer Bible Translators.
Wow.. that was fast.
I am so thankful for the time I've had to be here and get to know these people. Everyone here has been so kind. It should come as no surprise to you that I have gotten quite attached to them. I love the little community I've built in Dallas.
God has taught me so much about his care for every detail of my life. As a lot of you may know, my primary love language is words of affirmation. God has been intentional in affirming me in His love for me, people's love for me, and the calling he has placed on my life to work with the Deaf.
The other interns have been so considerate about the ways they've communicated their appreciation for me. I am doing something completely different from all of them, and I honestly don't see them all that much. That has not stopped them from making me feel sought out, loved, and appreciated. Monday night they surprised me with one last whole group hurrah before I fly out. We all ate spaghetti together and played games and made each other laugh. I can't tell you how many times I have looked around at their beautiful faces in astonishment at how amazing, kind, brilliant, determined, and Christ-like these people are. It has been such a sweet gift to spend the summer with them.
The Lord has used the Deaf Group to affirm His calling on my life. They've taken me under their wing and taught me more about their language and their culture. It keeps getting more beautiful. They have commented on my heart for the Deaf and the way I've educated my peers about interacting with them. One of the guys said I have a Deaf heart. For that, I am very thankful.
On one particular day, when I was feeling less than inadequate, I had the opportunity to engage in a lead conversational prayer with the Lord. He spent time tearing apart lies I've believed for so long. He reminded me of my students and how the mere fact that they exist is enough for me to adore them. When the Lord directly tells you He feels the same way about you, how can you respond but in utter awe? The Creator not only wants to watch me learn, grow, and experience life; He wants to be a part of it.
Prayers:
-Please pray that God will continue to guide me and give me clarity about my role in Deaf ministry.
-I move to Georgia on Monday to start my new job! Please pray for a peaceful transition.
Praises:
-I am praising the Lord for the time I was given to get to know the wonderful people at PBT.
-I have been in more contact with my teammates at my new school. They are so wonderful! They have been praying for me and our students. I am so excited to get to know them.
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