Refueled!

I have to be honest, the last 6 months of language learning has taken a lot out of me. Recently, I have lost a desire to really apply myself, above and beyond with my studying. "So what if I don't pronounce it exactly the way it's suppose to be." I love school but this is a whole different thing. I also have been missing work; putting my costly degree into action. (Although I know that language learning is my job at this time.) The Lord and I have had discussions about this. Thankfully He is so good at providing that needed fuel just when we need it most!

Today I got to meet with the director of Renacer (the drug and alcohol rehab center for teen girls.) I felt a new excitement growing as I learned more in-depth of what they offer and what could possibly be my responsibilities. As he talked and I asked question upon question, I felt that leap in me saying "This is so me. This is where I belong." It was nice to once again hear that I'm not here for only learning Spanish, but hear about the reason why I am daily giving myself headaches over this Spanish stuff.

Through this the Lord is also refueling my vision for why I am here and what I am doing here. Honestly, at times I do ask myself the question "What in the world am I doing here? Can't I do this in the States, in my comfort zone, with my friends?" Which the answer is yes, but I do sincerely believe that this is where God has me for this time period.

I hope to spend some time up at Renacer during Semana Santa (Holy Week - which is for Easter) and also during the two week break I have between trimesters. I will also be meeting with several other programs in CFCI to see exactly where God wants me. Also I hope to spend time with these programs during those weeks off as well.

Will you pray with me for:

• Wisdom and discernment from God about where I am to serve after I finish school.
• A renewed vision serving here in Costa Rica.
• A strong desire to learn Spanish and use it effectively.
• Wisdom to where I serve until I'm out of school. If I continue at the Women's Restoration House or at another ministry.
• And a desire to daily seek out and listen to my Lord and Savior.