The Call to Lead
A couple of us entered pass the glass walls of Pete’s office (Pete is our base leader here in YWAM) and took a seat on the black leather couch nicely nested in his corner office with our staff. Pete also takes a comfortable seat right across from us along with Ari and Christel (our staff). He opens his mouth and we dive into an introduction about leading teams out of the country in the second half of our study. As he spoke, this thought came to me - “Wow, they see something in me worth investing in!”.
I’m talking about these spiritual giants that have been loving Christ and loving people for many many years, often going through crazy adventures into the world with Holy Spirit - seeing people set free from their demons and encountering Christ. These are people who have plowed in the harvest fields for years!! And here I am, just a student and yet, they see me and say, “I see leadership in you, Lynn!”.
Over the last few weeks, God has been speaking to me about Joshua. I’m not talking about just one day or the other. It’s literally every other day for the last few weeks. Joshua had to take over Moses in leading the Israelites across the Jordon. That is no easy task leading a whole nation to the Promise Land. But God said I want you to lead the Israelites. I think about leading a team and it’s no easy feat. I told God, “It’s too big for me, I can’t do it” and yet God said, “But Lynn, it’s not too big for Me!” So, He says in
Joshua 1:9, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.”
Wait Lynn, what’s this about? Aren’t you already leading a team on the streets right now? Yes, I am but I’ve recently also been asked to co-lead a team with the lovely Lydia & Zach to London, Europe!
^ this is Lydia! She’s from England :D
^ Lydia & Zach!
Yes, I’m going to London, Europe. And so yes, I feel so stretched beyond what I feel I can bear and yet, He is giving me grace to lead, to love, to serve my team. It’s so so big but I count it as an opportunity to grow, it is a privilege and I receive it with grateful hands. If that’s you in this season, one where it feels you’re being stretched - trust that He is Lord of all and because of that, He will be the one who will supply your every need! He is with you as you go through the storms of life, He loves you so much. Be strong and courageous!! You are so valuable and priceless to Him. The God of the universe says You have worth!! Do drop me a note, I’d be happy to keep you in prayer <3
^ This is our whole team! <3 (From Left: Emily, Zoe, Me, Tess, Anouk, Zach, Lydia, Daniel & Teina)
On top of that, since my last update and I’ve been learning about what it means to church plant. We as the SOE(School of Evangelism) have had the opportunity to have breakfast together as well to go to the beach.
I’ll also post a couple of pictures of all my friends below! :)
^ Here’s the Singaporean Crew! We had steak!
^ This is the very special crazy “want to go for a run, Lynn?” Anna everybody! <3 </p>
^ People from my Team (Emily, Christel & me - also the car ticket guy)
^ Joel, Me & Kat (on the way to scout locations at night)
^ The “We will go” crew! (From left, Ben, Me, Elizabeth, Nate & Sam)
Overall, It’s been fun and yet such a challenging time. I hope this update brings you much encouragement. I’m confident in God and what He is capable of. I will continue to trust in His timing and that He will indeed see me through this huge task!! Please do keep me in prayer as I continue to ask God for vision for the team going forward. I’m looking forward to exciting times ahead! :)
