19.4.08

SWW - Finland

There are so many things to write and share about our trip, so I am going to list some of the struggles and excitements!
  • Team Struggles:
    • Culture difference
      • A really reserved culture
      • Like to think and keep thoughts to themselves
    • Finding what or how we serve best for the team (strength)
    • Discouragement and regrets
      • Not passing out a flier or share with a particular person
      • Was not able to see the fruits of our labor
  • Team Excitements:
    • Seeing our prayers being answered in front of our eyes
      • Wanting a second chance to interact with particular person
      • Wanting to share our stories
      • Strength and endurance to do what we do
    • Knowing that we have planted the seeds
    • Opening opportunities for conversation for Mikko and Heidi
    • Fellowshipping and encouraging local brothers and sisters
      • Like what the Bible said we are one body in Christ
      • We were able to interact on a more personal level than other Finnish people
    • Meeting and talking to Finnish people
    • Experiencing Finnish culture aka sauna
      • This is a place where Finnish people actually talk to each other
      • We are completely REAL with each other (totally naked)
  • My Struggles:
    • Lost my passport in Finland on the first day
    • Difference in personality and thoughts on the team
    • Seeing who I am
      • Not knowing how to react to issues or struggles
      • Isolating myself when I am troubled by issues and thoughts because I do not want to cause a commotion or an issue
      • A bit over sensitive or concern for others
  • My Excitements:
    • Someone turned in my passport to lost and found
    • Seeing how much people have grown in a short period of time
    • Stepped out in faith and share my story
    • Learned about leadership from Sarah
    • Found joy in things I do
      • Able to serve and spend time with awesome people
      • Able to encourage, bless, and push people
    • Knowing we are part of the foundation of what God is going to do at Finland
    • We are ONE body and family in Christ no matter where we go!
If you would like to know more detailed story, please let me know because I would like share with you over a cup of tea or a meal! =D

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