T Minus 3 weeks!

Three weeks until France! When did that happen?! With all the uncertainty with the fund raising, time somehow slipped away from me! God has been so good, and as always His timing is perfect. Two weeks ago I had $250 raised and was completely unsure if I was going. I hate to admit it, but my inital reaction to the news of my account was not awesome. God taught me two things through that initial freak out of mine. The first was that I needed to completely trust Him. If this was where He was calling me to go, He was going to provide. I needed to know He was the one providing. Second was that if I didn't get to go, then that was His plan, not a lack of ability to get me there. His character does not change. It is not dependent on my circumstances. God is not good because things go my way, He's good because He is. He is also completely sovereign. Nothing is outside of His control. These two facts help me to rest in Him. I got to the place where I knew whatever happens is best. He's working all things together to my good; His plan is shaping me into the woman He wants me to be. If He chose to have me glorify Him by attesting that He is good and sovereign while not getting to go to France, then bring it on!
But since Friday I have been certain this is not the path He has me on. Friday I received immense peace and confirmation that He has so much purpose for me in Lille this summer. He has work for me to do, this isn't about me. That is my first prayer request today; let me never forget that. This trip is about bringing God glory. I long to see the nations praising His name. His heart is breaking for Muslim women who are abused, neglected, and oppressed. He is breaking my heart for them as well. I feel their pain. I also know the world's lies to healing and the emptiness they bring. Even if they break free of Islam, without Christ, they are still in bondage.
I am now able to purchase my plane ticket, however I still need to bring in around $1,100, and SOON! God has done so much in the last few days! I am so excited to see how it's come in and the timing showing that He moved hearts to donate. I am so humbled and blessed by all of your prayers and generous gifts! I know I have such a loving family (in Christ!) uplifting, encouraging, and supporting me. Please continue to pray for funds and trust! Love you all!!