Life is full of uncertainty. We make plans, set goals, work hard, yet sometimes the road God calls us to walk feels impossible to navigate.

When I began raising support for my mission to Japan, I thought it depended on me—my words, my effort, my ability to inspire people to give. But over time, God showed me it was never about what I could do. It was about what He would do through me.

After a year of traveling, speaking and meeting people, I was physically and emotionally drained. By June, I began to wonder if God had really called me to this mission. I prayed, “Lord, I need reassurance. If You truly want me to continue, please complete my financial goal—without me having to do another speaking engagement. If You do, I will know this is where You want me to be. If not, I trust that You have other plans.”

Months went by. Nothing changed. Then, at the end of September, I awoke one morning thinking it would be such a wonderful birthday gift if this prayer were answered. My birthday was only a few days away. Later that morning, after praying with friends, I received the message for which I had longed: I was fully funded.

In that moment, I felt God’s quiet assurance, “I hear you. I have called you. Keep going.”

As I prepare to move to Japan, I realize that on this journey I will face challenges: times of discouragement, voices saying it is impossible. But I have seen what happens when I trust the God who makes all things possible.

I invite you to continue walking with me—through your prayers and ongoing monthly support—as we share Jesus with the people of Japan. Together, we can trust Him to finish what He has begun.

Be still and know that He will provide.

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