I never hated anything more than being forced to go to school for several months in another country. I disliked the way teachers could hit my hands with rulers, the way food made me feel sick all the time, and I did not like that I had to constantly watch over my younger siblings because kidnapping and being held hostage was common in our village. What I hated most was not having my dad around during these times and at the age of 7 held more responsibilities than my average class-mate. I grew up knowing this way of life every other year and until these past few days I realized why I did not like to travel, let alone move to an unknown place.
The East Coast is so different than West Coast. I was not used to the streets that suddenly have off-exits
everywhere and how easy it can be to have to take a U-turn. There are great pizzerias and the pretzels here make Auntie-Anne's look bad. But what I like most is that God has helped me to overcome what I hated most- travel. In just a few weeks I start the medical journey that I have long awaited and I could not be more excited, nervous, grateful, and a variety of other things too! I am choosing to use these last few weeks before to update you on something important I've been meditating on- never stop conquering fear. What fears do you have? What makes your stomach tie up into a knot or cause your blood pressure to escalate within seconds? It is time to overcome those and remember that looking back is never an option. And in case you are wondering- Yes, I really like it here! Thanks to those in prayer and encouraging me along this new adventure. Love, Ritz
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| RoadTrip Time 7/14/18 |
So I am going to reflect on several scriptures to get me started on the right foot here. I pray that you take a hold of
at least one and remember it is about time you visit that country, apply to that job, begin that career or say yes instead of no due to fear.
1 Corinthians 15:57(NIV) But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.
Mark 10:27 (NIV) Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God.”
