The latter part of this statement has become more real to me as my time here has unfolded. I feel this part of my journey has been in the direction of preparation and training for my next step in Gods will for me, therefore being more equipped to serve God in Love for his Kingdoms sake. I believe through this experience I will be stronger and more aware of the abilities and gifts which the Lord has given me to do his good works! Although this is all very important I feel the main reason for God bringing me to Swaziland was to get to know him as my father. I’m going to be very transparent here but I feel I should share, coming to Swaziland I believe my image of God was very distorted. I mean, I knew he was mighty to save, all powerful, the Alpha & Omega and ruler of everything but I seemed to forget of the main reason why he created me……..to be in relationship with him, father and daughter. Knowing God as not only my guide through his Holy Spirit, my protector and my provider but also as my father who embraces me with his unconditional love, has been overwhelmingly pulling at my heart and flooding my thoughts for a while now. Having once believed that I would receive Gods love and blessing in my life through good works to now believing that its through his grace and unconditional love that I am saved. The need for perfectionism in my life was like a weight around my shoulders which left room for condemnation and feelings of ‘never measuring up’ would creep in when I couldn’t reach my own expectations. The Holy spirit has opened my eyes and the Lord has freed me from this, so much so I could jump up and down! My chains are gone!!!
I pray you are all well in the Lord. Please know that I love you all as my brothers and sisters in Christ and my love and thanks go out to each and everyone of you!
Please continue to pray for Gods direction and strength for me as I prepare to leave this beautiful country, all the children whom I love dearly and my beloved Swazi friends!
Much blessings xxx
Salakahle (Goodbye)
