Story: Amber Morris

Amber Morris recently participated in a WORLDReach event to Jamaica. Amber did a great job of recounting her experience with missions here at Bethel.

Some of you may know that over the summer, I went on my first mission trip. For those of who do not, allow me to tell you a little bit about my trip to Jamaica. Many of you may think of Jamaica as a vacation resort or a place for honeymooners, but in all actuality, it is quite an impoverished land. The Jamaican people, however, are some of the happiest, friendliest, good-spirited people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting.

As it was my first mission trip and first time out of the country, I did not know what to expect, except that everyone told me “it will change your life.” Although I wanted to believe this statement, I did not. I was wrong not to, though.

I can now honestly say it did change my life. My Jamacia experience got me out of my comfort zone; out of my town and away from the people I most love and care about. God opened my eyes in Jamaica to a world of not only beauty and peace, but of contentment and trust. These people have so much less than I do, yet they are okay. They still smile, laugh and work. I went with a mindset to help the people of Jamaica. I know that I did help, but I think they helped me more than I helped them. God’s provision on the trip to Jamaica was incredible and different than I was used to seeing. As much as I like to worry about things, God gave me such a peace during the trip. I felt His spirit at work in me and in our group.

My heart changed in Jamaica – more willing to remaing open to God’s desires for my life. I never thought the “mission field” was for me…well, they say God works in mysterious ways, and I could not agree more! If we are willing, the ways He can use us are endless.

As if you needed more proof that Amber’s heart has been ignited for missions…she’s headed to Sierra Leone, Africa on October 17th with another WORLDReach event.

~ by bethelbible on October 12, 2009.