I decided to double down.

Instead of being on the field for the originally planned 6 months... Lord willing, I will now be staying abroad for 11 months with the World Race before returning to the U.S.

You might be asking "Why the change of plans?"

Well, when I first sat down at the table, I didn't feel like I could commit to playing a hand. I felt broke(n) and overwhelmed. I was scared to make a starting bet, not to mention the idea of upping the stakes and committing to whatever the next card might bring. (See https://kaitlynnheil.theworldrace.org/post/what-does-it-cost)

But through the first month of the race the Lord brought me to a place where I could say "Deal me in." AND "I double down."

Truth is, I should have been able to completely commit from the get go; but the Lord in his grace allowed me to see my cards before deciding how much I wanted to put on the hand, and I LIKE MY CARDS.

I like seeing God move in my life and in our squad (large group). I like participating in life-giving experiences and divinely-planned opportunities. I like how He fills me with good things when my heart is hungry (Ps 107:9, Luke 1:53).

I've been dealt a great hand, and I've doubled down... because I believe it's going to get better from here.

Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. (Eph. 3:20-21)

BONUS INFO / ANNOUNCEMENTS...

1) If you are interested in recieving more frequent updates as to where I am and what I'm up to, feel free to reach out to me at phil1-21@hotmail.com. Although I don't blog frequently, I do send out consistent prayer updates via email; and I'd be happy to send them to you.

2) As I'm planning to stay on the field longer, I am re-entering the process of raising financial support. If the Lord lays it on your heart to partner with me in that way you can donate via the link on this page or via Venmo (@KaitlynnHeil).

3) Thank you for your interest in this journey that the Lord has invited me into. I'm glad you get to be a part of it with me.

Blessings,
Kaitlynn