The call to the“ uttermost parts of the earth” moves us to the next step in our walk with God. Chuck Todd, my husband, cofounder and president of World Missions Alliance, says a mission trip is a date with God. Traveling outside of your comfort zone, to the place of unfamiliar culture and language brings you to the place of vulnerability and intimacy with God equal to the one that inspired King David’ s psalms.
This is essential for every Christian to experience and this is why, even though there are always people at arms-reach needing Jesus, we go when God invites us. Who would turn down an invitation to a date with God?
It begins with a stirring of the spirit, a sensation, a feeling that starts small but eventually becomes overwhelming. This stirring can be ignored or suppressed, but it cannot be quenched. It defies logic; it contradicts the desires of our flesh. It eventually becomes a nuisance until you are willing to obey.
As you sit on the plane and turn off the cell phone before take-off, you step into the new chapter of your life. It will not be the same when you return. You will not be the same.
Each one of us is unique in destiny, but we have common needs as the same species of God’ s creation. We are fueled by passion and driven by purpose. Without either, life dwindles into a meaningless existence.
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Helen Todd is a gifted communicator who speaks three languages and connects easily with the audience. Her uplifting and inspiring messages are centered around her extraordinary experiences in the world’ s“ hot spots,” overcoming the challenges, balancing a calling with raising a family and many others.
She is a frequent speaker in conferences and assemblies, churches and retreats, a contributing writer to Christian and secular publications, and has been a guest on TBN, Daystar, TCT, Oasis Network, Jim Bakker Show, KY3 Morning Show and other television and radio programs.
Learn more about Helen and World Missions Alliance at http:// www. rfwma. org.
A journey outside the comfort zone on an assignment from God leads to both. It is worth the investment of time, finances and efforts, because nothing else can give you a more fulfilling return. Are you ready?
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