“Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid; for the Lord God is my strength and my song, and he has become my salvation.” (Isaiah 12:2)
We go through life experiencing its changes. We grow, develop, and learn about what God has planned for us. It was a big step in life to move to Spain and to come work with IMM, but I was ready for the new experiences. It has been a journey through homesickness and culture shock, but God has been with me through it all. Something that I have been reminded of recently is that the opportunity for grace and salvation has been given to us all. It is so important to understand that our strength comes through what he has given us. No matter what, being reminded that I am one of God’s children has given me the courage to face the challenges that come my way, and to freely experience the life God has given me with joy.
Back in 2014, I had the privilege to travel to Israel. One of the places we visited was Nazareth, specifically the cliffside where Jesus was almost thrown off the mountain (Luke 4: 16-30). As we stood there reflecting, our leaders spoke on the concept of salvation, that even though the people were ready to kill Jesus, he would soon die for them and forgive them. It was an incredible reminder for me that salvation is for all, even for those who were ready to throw Jesus off the cliff.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)
I encourage you all to be steadfast in prayer and remember that we all have salvation. I encourage you to pray that you continue to put your trust in the God of salvation and to follow the path He has already walked for you. I ask that you continue to pray for us here at IMM, that we hold fast to the call this ministry continues to answer; to pray for our missionaries who are in closed countries; and to pray for our world, that the gospel will continue to penetrate the dark places and bring light and salvation to those who have yet to hear it.