This past week has been filled with preperations, last minute get togethers, and some rest and relaxation before the big day. We finally found out our flight time this week. We leave at 8:30, which means we will have to meet at 4 AM (!!!) to get to the airport. I'm not extremely happy about having to wake up in the middle of the night, but I think it's actually a blessing in disguise! An early flight time means that we will arrive in Cuba earlier, which means more time spent on Cuban soil!
I'm so excited to see how God is going to use our team while we're in Cuba. From our first meeting a few months ago, our team has come such a long way with being comfortable with each other and growing closer together. We've spent lots of time in prayer and companionship, and have seen God work in our lives concerning this mission trip.
Personally, I've learnt so much about God while preparing for this trip. I had so many doubts from the beginning, even wondering if I would be able to go. My parents, who are not Christ Followers, strongly opposed the trip, but with God's help, they have given in and allowed me to go! There are still a few fights over what I'll be doing there (Are you going to be praying every day?!), and some rude comments (You should focus on yourself instead of helping people!) but I've been able to survive them and focus on the real goal: sharing Jesus with the Cubans and glorifying God in all that I do! I know that God will always pull through if I only trust in His sovereignty and His perfect plan for my life.
I will update a few more times before Tuesday, and then this blog will have to go on a mini-hiatus as I spend 11 days in Cuba. I promise lots of pictures and stories when I get back!
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