To me personally, this last night in my country for the next couple weeks couldn't have been any more incredible than it was. I don't understand, and it becomes just a complication in my mind when I try to figure out why in the world God, in all that He is, blesses me so much. Time after time, when things are okay, he makes them even better. It BLOWS my mind! For real.
The past 2 days have been filled with preparation for a youthquake live show, which took place this evening at Southpoint Community Church. Going into this as of yesterday, and not sure what to expect, I can say I am once again amazed at the presence of God and what He chooses to do in our midst when we open up to him and LET GO of everything in our lives. This evening, as I sang "Hear Us From Heaven" and led thousands (2000+) of teenagers, I opened my eyes and couldn't help but laugh because of the joy that filled me up. So many young kids, 13, 14, and 15 year old, and highschoolers, crying out to God on behalf of their peers. What a beautiful experience. I was overwhelmed with gratitude that Jesus would choose me, of all people, to carry such a responsibility of connecting with Him and leading others into that place. Praise Him. He makes it oh so easy!
After YQ, I went to dinner with a great friend. I must say, I've been blessed with friends who are much better to me than I deserve. It was a great time around the Chili's table, and was actually relaxing believe it or not! Good laughs, brief deep convos, and fun talking on the phone with my mothers in China! Haha. Thanks mother.
SPEAKING OF CHINA... I'm headed there in 2 hours and 15 minutes. I leave my house at 4:15am to go to the Jax airport. I will then fly to Atlanta, then to Shanghai, then to Harbin. The flight from Atlanta and Shanghai is 15 hours and 40 minutes long. Thanks to Sudoku and sleeping pills, I think I will survive. (Key Word: THINK)! This is my first time travelling alone over the big ocean... or any ocean for that matter. International travel is so much different from domestic travel. I couldn't even explain. You've gotta experience it. (even if it's usually a not-so-good experience.)
This will be my last blog from America. I need to conclude my packing, round up a couple items I need, prepare the house for my absence, and write a couple emails... before 4:15am!
Blessings to you all. Seriously. Thank you to those of you who sent letter, pictures, goodies, paintings (Ashley S.! haha) and other meaningful things to my parents and Jenn! I can't wait to see their faces when they open the suitcase that's for them. =) I will give them a huge hug from you. Please, continue to pray for them daily. That's THE BEST support you could give!
Love,
KB
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