This past Monday has been the hardest day on my race so far. Monday morning I along with my squad packed our bags and left Jaco. Leaving Jaco however was not hard. Leaving my team leaders in Jaco was the hardest thing I’ve done in recent memory. When I first met them I had no idea what their role even was so there was no way that I could’ve known how large of an impact they would have on my faith. They called me to walk higher out of love for me. They showed me Christ. They showed me how to have a personal relationship with the King of kings. And now they bring me to tears when I dwell on the sweet memories I have with them all. In the past 24 hours I’ve had to say goodbye to two men who played incredibly large roles in my life and that was equally as hard. The new heart God has given me is much better than my last. It loves bigger and deeper. But because of that goodbyes have become much harder. I love all of my team leaders so much. Samson showed me how to walk in love and forgiveness. Kaylin showed me how to walk boldly and in God given authority. Kay showed me how to be gentle and caring. Marissa showed me how to love impartially and how personal God is. Hannah showed me how to be filled up with the Lord and overflow His joy. Luis showed me how to abide in God and how to walk in the garden. I will miss them all very much. I’ll miss Samson’s jokes, Kaylins voice, Kays mannerisms, fighting Marissa, beating Hannah in boardgames, and Luis’ laugh. God gives and takes away all according to His plan for us. Trust the story.
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That is what the body of Christ should be doing . Teaching, leading by example, loving, caring, sharing, building each other up. What great team leaders you have.
This is incredibly kind and sweet. The Lord really speaks and works through people, doesn’t He?
Jordan – such beautiful ways your friends have impacted your lives. I love how you worded “The new heart God has given me is much better than my last. It loves bigger and deeper.” God works as beautifully in this way. Praying for you all in this next leg of your journey.
Shari Lacy (Hayden’s mom)
proud of you and your vulnerable heart joge, excited for even more growth in the next 6!
Jordan, thank you. I have had the honor and privilege to see you grow in love with Him. You have encouraged me and loved me so much. I’m excited for you and what He has in store for you. Love you brother! See you soon.
My eyes are getting a little teary reading this. It’s clear that you have an ability to see the gifts that others bring to the family of Jesus.
Love the last line ” trust the story”. Yours is just beginning and your Heavenly papa is faithful to carry it to completion.
Goodbyes are not necessarily forever. I wouldn’t be surprised if some of your paths cross again. As you said, “Trust the story.” He is growing you all for His special purposes.
Love and prayers, Grandma
Hi Jordan,
Happy 18th birthday!
We miss you. Please let us hear from you.
Love and prayers, Grandma and Grandpa
The brother and sisterhood will never end, remember that. I would also encourage to reach out to them and continue to seek the wisdom and knowledge you have to pour out to you.
I love seeing you heart grow for people, and I’m excited about seeing you grow closer to the Lord over the next 6 months
Love you, Jason