Ok! Here we go…
First week of training camp completed. Started with some overwhelming introductions that are slowly growing into godly friendships. The village of tents will be our home town for the next 3 weeks. Lots of rainstorms and little collateral damage. Also, bucket showers and laundry have been a craving for most of us. Yes, it is cold and yes it takes a while, but we all come out the other side a little cleaner and a little fresher. Not only have we been working in building the teams relationship but have been growing ours with the Lord. The Lord is at work always. Whether we see it or not, He is moving. It is our job to open our hearts and our eyes to see. From moments of peace to exalting praise, I have abided in Jesus, waiting for what he has in store. Some have already experienced miracles which is wild to think about, but I am learning to stop narrowing my view of God’s ability.
I haven’t fully understood the passage where God calls the broken to share his stories and kingdom. I knew that works were not needed for salvation but I struggle with thinking that you have to have works to show for, before the Lord can use you. I have always struggled with not being enough or worthy and am on a continuous journey of letting go of that expectation. The Lord revealed to me that the broken are just as worthy to share His love as anyone else. God has broking down judgments I have held over others and myself. Everyone is on their own journey, but we all get to come together under His reign. No mater where we are in our walk, the Lord will use us. I am learning how to love people fully. Just like the woman at the well. No matter how young your faith is, God can still use it in the most powerful ways!
Mathew 9:12-13
On hearing this, Jesus said, “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.”
To our dear Marly,
Your maturity referred to in a comment above has ALWAYS (for years!) been apparent to Uncle Paul and me. We are in awe thinking of the enrichment, challenges and growth that you will experience in this Godly journey. We just enjoyed Labor Day wknd with part of your family and sweet friends. At brunch today here at the ranch, your dad said grace. We did it “The Marly Way” with fingers touching ‘round the table. (Of course, that makes it even more powerful 🙂 !! We love you and pray for you and The World Race every day. Although it is a world “race,” we all need to slow it down, sometimes to a turtle’s pace, and recognize each day’s blessings. We love following along with you. You will have so much to teach us!!
Love always,
Aunt Nini & Uncle Paul
It’s amazing to know that God doesn’t ask for our perfection, our knowledge, our accomplishments to serve Him. He asks for our hearts and our Yes. Excited to see how the different dynamics of your team and squad lead your heart in how He works through us.
Thank you grandma I love and miss you lots!
Praying for you as you open your heart to the Lord and allow yourself to be used by Him!
We are praying and looking forward to all that the Lord has for you and your team in the coming weeks!
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This makes me smile! Thank you! Praying for you on your journey! The Lord is smiling down on you!
Such mature realizations for such a young woman. I’m so proud of you and all you have already done!
I am praying with you, dear one. Ann Voskamp wrote that “Brokenness cracks open a soul so the power of God can crack the darkness in the world.” His light shines out from inside you through the cracks of brokenness. I love you!
Marley,
It sounds like God worked on you and Sasha with similar lessons this week….her brokenness and whether she is “enough.” It makes me smile to see that you both are learning that God says you are enough…Throughout the Bible, God uses very broken people to accomplish His purposes. I pray that the God’s assurance that each of you are enough engulfs everyone on you squad this week. That realization offers a lot of freedom as you pursue God’s will. We will be praying for you. Rob
Thank you for the prayers! I am so excited to grow more towards God and Sasha through this process! God is so good!
– Marly
Oh my goodness! I am so thankful for your words. I definitely missed you all on labor day. The prayer made me laugh!!! And yes taking it slow has been something the Lord has spoke into my life. I love you lots!
– Marly
Thank you so much aunt Kimberly! I love you so much! Thank you for the beautiful words! I love that analogy.
– Marly
Thanks aunt Ann! You are so encouraging! Love you lots!
– Marly
Thank you! I am glad it made you smile!
– Marly
Thank you! I am so blessed by you guys!
– Marly
Thank you! I have loved getting to know Micah! I can’t wait to see what God has in store for us all.
– Marly
Thank you for the vulnerability in what the Lord is showing you and what He is giving you that space to release!
I am so happy to hear how many great ways the Lord is working in all of your lives. It is very uplifting to us parents to be able to read your thoughts and feelings while you are away. We can truly see and hear the bonds that are being created between all the racers and that you are finding the support and love that will carry you through the next nine months – as well as the rest of your lives.
So proud of you…xo