Alrighty friends, I have a few updates about my time in Malaysia! WOW! There has been so many fun things that have happened these past 12 days. Our travel day to Malaysia consisted of a 14 hour flight to Qatar, a 3 hour layover, followed by an 8 hour flight to the capital of Malaysia, and finally a 6 hour bus ride to the church we are staying at for the next 4 weeks. Travel day really revealed how much the Lord took care of us, and how He provides an unexplainable amount of peace even in situations that normally would be so overwhelming. He definitely had His hand over my squad, and He still does. Now, I can’t speak for my whole team, but I have struggled with adjusting to my new life here. Trying to learn how to navigate through situations and emotions that I’ve never had to face before has been a challenge. But through that I’ve been forced to put all my trust in God, in ways that I’ve never had to before. I’ve really had to change my mindset about who I believed God to be, and surrender to who He actually is. He has been so kind to me by bringing light to how much He loves me and how He really is in pursuit of me. He is a God of gentleness, kindness, joy, peace, and He is love. He has shown me that He is a safe place for me to lay everything down at. That has been a huge encouragement for me this week, because even on days that I feel so weak, He shows me that He is my strength and that He provides in an abundance.
A beautiful way that He has revealed that to me is through my student who He blessed me with. For the next 4 weeks I will be teaching a 6 year old girl how to speak English. She knows zero English, which has been a challenge, but also makes her accomplishments so much more valuable. This past week she learned her ABC’s and five colors! Seeing how excited she was when showing me her progress was the best! Although I’m not allowed to directly share the Gospel to her because of the laws in Malaysia that go against sharing with Muslims, I can still see how loving on her has opened up her heart. When we first met she refused to smile or play with the other kids, but after this past week its been harder for her to cover her smiles, and she has even been open to the idea of letting us join her in games. Seeing her childlike joy grow has given me a reminder that all of us are Gods children. Her life has encouraged me to be in constant pursuit of Gods heart because He is just SOOO amazing, and true childlike joy comes from Him, and Him alone.
Throughout these next few weeks, I ask for prayer against any lies of the enemy and that the Truth of God may shine through all of us. I also ask that you pray for my student, that she may have a protection over her life, and most of all, protection over her heart. Seeing the lack of security that she has is heartbreaking, but I pray that my friends and I may be able to provide a home for her and that the love of our Father may shine through us, and fill her life in an abundance.
I love each of y’all so much! I can’t wait to let y’all know all about the new things that God will continue do! MUAH
My heart is exploding seeing what Jesus is doing in you & through you. You are living out Mark 16:15. Keep shining for Jesus and I pray for endurance to keep going when the days seem long. I rebuke any lies from the enemy over your mind and send them back to the pit of hell! Prayers for your student, that precious little girl you are teaching.
May a hedge of protection be all over her and may she feel the love of Jesus through you all. I love you and God Bless you Bebeee. . 🙏🏽💗
Our cup runneth over with pure joy to hear what Christ is doing in and through you there with those He’s putting in your path. Popo & I read your blog. & I can’t stop tearing up. Your student seems adorable and love hearing that even in her young years she is responding to the love you are giving her. I pray she continues to see Jesus in you and desire that for herself. Thanks for bringing joy & hope in her life. In Jesus. To God be the glory. Thank you for speaking from your heart and I will certainly be praying for your student’s protection. We love & miss you but we know God has you when He needs you to be right now. Always praying for you & your squad. Keep giving them JC!!! ❤️ Grammy!
Wow! That’s amazing. Definitely can see such spiritual growth and your relationship with Christ deepening. I love that God is revealing himself to you in new ways and through a sweet little girl on the over side of the world 🌎 You pour out your heart on “paper” so well. Praying for you Emmie Lou!!
Love,
Aunt Sugar 😘
wow emmie this was so awesome to read!! i love you and it’s so amazing to see how God is working over there!
Beautiful! It’s very encouraging to my faith to see you growing in yours! I really appreciate your vulnerability about some things being hard, too. That’s certainly the reality of life. May God give you wisdom, patience, courage, and love as you navigate all the things. I am praying for you. Love you so, so much!
Love this so much!! God is working wonders for you!! I love and miss you tons keep doing great things ❤️
I love reading your blogs because it gives me a glimpse of all the beautiful things going on in your heart and mind. I pray your faith will be strengthened as you continue to rely on Him each moment in your day. It’s exciting to see how God is working in and through you. I love you!