A Great Experience

I got back from Canada Sunday night and tomorrow night I am leaving for New York City, the big apple, the city of all cities. 

While in Canada some amazing things happened. When I got back from Canada some pretty exciting things have taken place as well. Its funny how God works things out in his time, for His glory, for a purpose, for a reason, and its funny how I (a small human being) question his greatness and His plans for my life. I'm not saying I have it all figured out, but this summer has helped me learn a lot about myself, and I think I have changed a little bit throughout this process. And change is a good thing. I realized I was right where I needed to be this summer. And I know Erin was questioning things too, I think in a way we all are. But its crazy once you realize that He does have a purpose and He is always at work in your life. I met some wonderful people in Canada, and met some amazing friends from Paramount that I didn't even know existed until this trip. Going on this trip with no expectations was exactly the right thing to do. The trip exceeded my expectations. 

Every camper at basketball camp learned Micah 6:8. It says, "God has told you what is good. He has told you what He wants from you: Do what is right to other people. Love being kind to others. And live humbly, trusting your god." To see the seven girls on my team get excited about knowing this verse was an amazing experience. For them this verse was more important than making a free throw. I think sometimes I miss what is most important but these 9 year olds helped me see the big picture. My friend Hannah did not have a bible at home until last Thursday when I got to be the first person to hand one to her. Thinking about her taking it home and sharing it with her family made me so happy inside. These kids were so willing to learn and so interested in the bible and all it had to say. The last day over 100 kids and parents came to see scrimmages and eat a hamburger. They were so appreciative of the work we had done and that in and of itself was a blessing. I was told Canadians were hard people to get to know, and they didn't open up and become friendly very quickly. I found this to be far from the truth. They were some of the nicest, most unselfish people I have met in my life. I would not change a thing about this mission trip and being able to serve God through a sport I love was wonderful.

Now, start spreadin the news....I'm sure there will be some great stories to come from an adventure to New York with a best friend. Maybe there will be some items brought home to share with my best friends...we will just have to see.