Why I decided to go on a gap year…

 A million thoughts went through my head when deciding where I wanted my life to be after graduating. I have always been one to think about every option possible like, the military, college, travel. One thing that stuck was the thought of helping others. I have always been the person that thinks about things without actually doing those things. I have prayed over and over trying to find the answer to a question everyone has. Where is my life supposed to be a year from now?

 Mission trips were never something I was against, just afraid of. The thought of leaving my family, friends and even animals for 9 months is terrifying. I believed missions just weren’t for me, because normally you go alone to a random place. Then I found the World Race. I found that I will be able to help others without having to be alone. I found that I will be able to spend time with a whole group of people who are just like me. Striving to help people and show people the world God has created. 

 Thinking about the fact that I will be leaving my whole life behind for 9 months only a few weeks after turning 18 is scary. Although I have realized that being with others who are doing the same thing truly calms those nerves. The fact that I was accepted shows me that God is calling me to the race, because I know if it was not meant for me I would have been denied.

 Knowing that God wants me to do this shows me how every single thing in life happens for one soul reason. The reason being that everyone has a plan, everyone is called to certain things and places that will change their lives for the better. Most importantly, that everyone is constantly in the right place at the right time. No matter the struggle or hardship. Where you are right now is all a part of a big plan, and is exactly where you are supposed to be.

 I did not have a great relationship with god up until I found a church called GSM where I used to live. This is where I found the most amazing people who taught me to never be ashamed of my relationship with the lord. They showed me God’s grace and how he does the most amazing things for us. I knew the second I got there that it was exactly where I was supposed to be. So I learned. I prayed and continued to, and was led to where I am now. Comfortably knowing I am in the right place in life according to God’s plan. I know now that being led to the world race is going to be one of the best things to ever happen to me. Therefore, that is exactly why I am here today writing this blog ready for what God has in store for me with the world race. 

Your friend, Avery 🙂