Guatemala

Life in Ministry

When I first arrived, I was under the impression that my ministry would consist solely of House of Prayer and Prayer Mountain. And while we definitely do those things, our ministry host, ChaKo, had something more in mind—and I didn’t see it coming.

At first, I really struggled with it. I didn’t feel ready or equipped. But now? It’s become something I genuinely love.

ChaKo has been sending us into nearby villages in pairs to gather information about the people living there. We’re trying to better understand their needs—whether it’s kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, or just general support. So, with the little Spanish I know, I knock on as many doors as I can, hoping someone will answer and let us in.

Thankfully, the people here are some of the kindest I’ve ever met. Their hospitality has made every experience so sweet. Most days, I’m able to build a profile of the family and then spend time praying over them before we leave.

Today, I was paired with Sophia. For the first 30 minutes, we knocked and knocked—but no one answered. It was discouraging at first. But then, we walked down a big hill and met two families, and later stumbled upon a third. That third family was such a blessing. We ended up talking for so long, and they introduced us to four more homes—all extended family.

Usually, we’re lucky to meet four houses in a day. Today, we reached seven.

What’s even more incredible is how, despite the language barrier—I speak very little Spanish, and they speak no English—we were still able to connect and communicate for hours. It wasn’t just small talk; it was genuine connection. Honestly, it was probably the highlight of my week.

It amazes me how often the things that give me the most anxiety end up being the most rewarding.

What God’s Been Teaching Me

This season has been one where I’ve been learning so much about walking in the fullness of what God has for us.

Take Moses, for example. In Exodus 4, when God asks Moses to speak to the Israelites, his response is basically, “No thanks.” He tells God he isn’t eloquent, that he can’t do it.

“But he said, ‘Oh, my Lord, please send someone else.’
Then the anger of the Lord was kindled against Moses and he said,
‘Is there not Aaron, your brother, the Levite? I know that he can speak well…’”
– Exodus 4:13–14

Because of Moses’ fear, God sent Aaron. Aaron was never the original plan—he was a result of Moses saying no.

How many times do we do the same?

God gives us opportunities to walk in what He’s called us to, but out of fear, we reject them. I could’ve easily said no to knocking on those doors. I could’ve let fear win. But I didn’t—and every single time, it’s been so much more beautiful than I could’ve imagined.

It’s kind of like going for a run. You don’t really want to do it, and it can be uncomfortable, but afterward? You feel so alive. Your body releases endorphins, your energy goes up—you’re better for it.

Walking in the fullness of God is like that. It’s hard. It can be scary. But it’s always worth it.

We obey not because it’s easy, but because we trust Him.
And why wouldn’t we?
The God of the universe loves you and me. How could we not trust His plan?

What Does It Look Like to Walk in Fullness?

To me, walking in fullness looks like this:

• Staying rooted in the knowledge of who God is
• Hearing His voice and obeying it
• Interceding on behalf of others
• Sharing the good news

Simply put:

“Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, mind, and strength.
The second is this: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’
There is no commandment greater than these.”
– Mark 12:30–31

How I’ve Been Lately

So… how am I really doing, outside of ministry?

Honestly, ever since PVT, I’ve been a little distracted by the fact that I’m heading home soon. One month left. Compared to the nine months I’ve already been gone, that feels like nothing.

Guatemala has probably been the place where I’ve learned the most. Emotionally and mentally, I’m in a good place—but there’s definitely a sense of uneasiness as I think about transitioning home.

Questions keep circling in my mind:

• Who will I still be friends with?
• What will I even do with my time?
• Will I get a job?
• Did people move on without me?
• Will I fall back into old temptations?

And the biggest one:
Will I still have this kind of community?

The community of believers I’ve had here has been one of the best parts of this journey. It’s full of accountability, growth, and real love. Scripture speaks a lot about how valuable godly community is, but this is the first time I’ve really tasted it.

It’s hard to imagine going home where I might not have that.

So yeah, those are some of my little fears right now. I’m also just trying to mentally and spiritually prepare myself for what’s next.

If you’re reading this, I’d love your prayers. Honestly, it means the world to know that I’m being lifted up by people back home. Thank you so much!

Prayer Requests

• That I can be fully present during my last month on the Race
• For the beautiful people of Guatemala
• For my fundraising (currently at 82%—so close!)
• For our ministry host ChaKo and the work of Dar Para Dar
• For the continued work of the Prayer House

Thank you for reading. Thank you for praying. Thank you for being part of this journey with me.

Until next time!!