Recently, I got my first tattoo “faith over fear” and it made me realize how much this applies to my life right now. Up until this point in my life, I had never faced new experiences so head on. Three years ago I was afraid to talk to strangers, move to different places or schools, deepen relationships, and afraid of even myself. I lived in fear. I was blinded by it.
Jesus changed everything. He woke me up. He showed me the power of faith. When I began to trust him I changed. New schools, new people, new experiences, and so much good came from facing that fear head on. I am about to embark on the scariest thing yet: leaving everything behind. My past, my family, my friends, my school, my job, my hometown, my things, and my comfort zone. All to glorify God, and go where he is leading me.
God calls us not to be afraid but instead to have faith in him and trust he is leading us in the right direction, which is why I am choosing to over come the fear of the unknown. But it is no easy choice. Just yesterday I broke down crying with the realization that I’m leaving everyone I know for 9 months… it’s hard. God knows my pain and he will continue to comfort me during times of homesickness and loneliness while I embark forward on this trip.
The Lord has seen me grow from a young girl to now an 18 year old almost graduate. And a year from now, I will go from a student to missionary. I haven’t even had time to process how exciting this is. Equally scary and exciting. I have to, and everyone reading this has to choose faith over their worldly fears. It is the only way I can overcome this mountain of change.
Thanks for reading in on my update and thoughts on these changing times for me, and so many others!
Lots of Love,
Chloe Morales
I am going to donate more to your mission fund. Consider this a graduation present as well. I believe you have within you the power to melt hearts and show people the way. I wish you the best of luck young lady.
Thank you so much Lisa! This means the world!
I have a t-shirt that says Faith Over Fear. It was to support a friend with a brain tumor but I find when I wear it it’s a reminder for so much more. Every day we have a choice of what to focus on. Praying for you as you raise support and prepare for your journey. My your eyes be open wide each day to embrace each blessing. See you in September.
Thank you! ?? Your prayers mean so much to me! I am blessed with so many amazing supporters ??