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 [email protected]. 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
Yassss!! I love this! So proud of you. Love ya!
That is terrific Kaitlynn! Congratulations on this great decision.
Thanks friend!
Thanks Angela!
So glad you are staying the whole race. It sounds like God is definitely working!
Panda,
I know first hand how big this is for you and I believe the Lord walked you in such a way to show you how much you can put your trust in Him, because He alone knows the hand you truly hold and when it’s His hand you hold, it doesn’t matter how the cards stacked against you are .
I love your courage and I am joyed to see you trusting the Lord enough to double down. It’s also amazing that you get to complete the race from start to finish this time.
I am proud of you my friend for being so brave .
Also, good read! I love playing cards!
I love how God is constantly doing things, even when we’re completely unaware.