Hey there sweet friends!
There are so many things that God showed me this week during training camp, and I am sure over the next few months more things will be written out in my blogs.
Many walls were broken down in my heart, and things I didn’t know were there, He brought to light for healing and restoration.
Within the first two days, I was truly falling a part. In beautiful ways. He showed me how I had been relying on my own ideas and had confidence in what I thought would be happening in my life.
To be honest, I realized that I have been waiting for God to put someone in my life who would be the ultimate “be all, end all.” I truly wasn’t resting in Him to be that.
Over the years I have depended on family, ministry and friends to fill this spot. And ultimately I have been waiting for a spouse to define who I would be, where I would go and what I would do in life.
He hit me with it so clearly, “I AM YOUR BE ALL, END ALL.”
And this is where freedom started in my heart.
The Lord continually showed me how He has been pursuing me all of my life. Endlessly pursuing my heart. My love. My devotion.
For the first time in my life, I could see how in His continual pursuit of me, He was unconditionally loving me when I didn’t love Him, relentlessly protecting me when I was choosing my own ways.
He was my safe place all along.
On Monday our squad hiked Yonah Mountain and spent the evening worshipping our great God on this beautiful overlook.
After taking some photos, Cami (the greatest squad mentor ever) decided that we should spend time together worshipping right here.
As I sat down and looked over the beautiful open scenery, the first thing that I felt was freedom. I felt so free in Christ at that moment, and all I could think about was freely soaring over the mountain like a bird.
When I was younger I had so many dreams about flying (not kidding, I feel like it’s all I ever dreamed about). I would spread my arms out and just soar over the land and would wake up feeling like it was so real.
And that is how I felt in that moment – spiritually soaring to new heights.
Thanks, God.
By the end of the week the Holy Spirit had shown me so many truths from the Word, and I was just bubbling over with joy and excitement for what the Lord was doing.
On Friday night the Lord confirmed this freedom in my heart.
During worship I was praying and lost in thought over some things when I felt a hand on my arm and someone asking me if they could pray for me. When I looked up one of my squad alumni leaders, Connor, was standing there ready to pray over me. And man, did he pray!
I really don’t remember everything that was said (if you know me at all, you know this is not uncommon, my memory is like a 90 year old – respectfully – lol), but in the middle of his prayer Connor asked God that I would soar like an eagle.
THAT IS SO GOD!!!!
And I broke down in tears because how can you not? Wow. God met me exactly where I was and through out the whole week brought me to this same place:
I am free in Him.
Soaring—a style of flying where Eagles hold their wings outward and rarely flap, saving them considerable energy. Instead of flapping, they rely on rising air currents to gain altitude.
I mean is this not the greatest visual right now?!?!?! I can fully rely on Him, and I don’t have to control things or use all of my energy to make things happen – all the while SOARING.
Let’s soar, ya’ll! Much love, friends!!
I LOVE THIS. So well written, (great use of implementing the lines LOL), and I love the mental picture of just soaring with Jesus. We don’t need to control anything but just trust in Him. Love it love it!
Yes! I feel like He is definitely showing me that. Thank you for your sweet words and encouragement! I appreciate you and Karen so much!! I am so thankful to have you both along for the journey.
Haha. Thank you, Jessie!!! So excited to be on your team and do this together. Thanks for the encouragement. Love ya, girl!
This is so sweet, Karen! Thank you. I am so thankful to have you and Keith along for this journey! You both have already been so encouraging and loving. Love you all!
Sarah!
I am so happy to see your shining face. You haven’t been gone long, but I miss ya already. Your words really enlightened me just now.
And it is so cool to see your world race squad!!!
Praying deeply for you sister. You and your team.
(Btw, hello team ??)
Apparently i can’t post emojis. Supposed to be a waving hand not two question marks.
Andrea!!!
I miss you, girl! Glad to hear, thank you for your prayers. Love you!!!
You are clearly exactly where your Creator wants you to be, Sarah. Thanks for saying “yes” to his invitation. You’re a gift to all of K-squad, and I can’t wait to run alongside for your journey.
“May you be richly rewarded by the Lord, under whose wings you have come to take refuge.” Ruth 2:12
Sarah—I so love your heart. I’ve watched you come alongside your teammates, reach out and love with intentionality, and speak wisdom and encouragement into the lives of others, but to hear how the Lord touched your heart and set you free in such an amazing way—well, you ARE going to soar again and again to new heights in His love!