I am not afraid.

It's official! Kristin and I purchased plane tickets from SFO to Hyderabad, so it is full steam ahead to India!

My fingers just went to type "I'm scared," because that's what they--the fingers that know me well--think my reaction should be. That's what it normally would be. But I am actually not afraid.

I am happy to be going back to Chillakallu. Thrilled to see my Indian family and friends again. Humbled to serve them in some small way. Expectantly looking forward to what difficult, amazing things are ahead.

Mostly I am brimming with peace, trust, and love for God. He has been with me, directed me, provided for me, corrected me, and been good to me every step of the way... even when I didn't believe that He was watching. And looking back at all that He has done, I know He will not abandon me now.

So I do not have to be afraid. Instead I feel like like a child, secure under the watchful eye of my Father, ready for adventure. Here we go.

"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you." (Deut. 31:6)

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