Five days in Africa and my fingernail polish is worn off, I have a million mosquito bites and my feet are always dirty. I go to bed sweating and I wake up sweating. I take a bucket bath, get out and start sweating again. I really truthfully don't mind the sweating all that much, mainly because everyone in Liberia is sweating just as much as I am. So far I have accomplished; visiting Mother Victoria's orphanage, visiting a school, rode almost five pehn-pehns(motorcycle taxis), went to an African Sunday service and every meal has been an African dish. I would say I am officially a Liberian. I'm starting to feel more and more at home while walking down the streets and having people recognize me; even though I am the only white girl around town! Being back in Liberia is the most amazing feeling, I know this is where God wants me. If only I could fly my whole entire family here with me. Luckily I have their hands. As I've gone throughout these first few days I've found myself reading Romans 1:16 over and over again.
"For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes."
So today, Papaw Barbee; I put my hand in yours...forever. You are my hero, you have taught me to be courageous and to never give up on my dreams. In 1985 you came to Liberia and never got to finish what you set out to do. God's plan is so perfect and complete that only He would send me to finish His work in the country of Liberia. I am proud to be called your grand-daughter and humbled to be apart of God's plan that was started with you and has came down to me.
I am NOT ashamed of the gospel. I am NOT ashamed of the Power of God.
I am NOT ashamed to travel thousands of miles from home to get my feet a little dirty.
I am NOT ashamed.
I miss you my American twin but Im happy that you are enjoying your time there and such an inspiring woman of God, going and being the change the world needs, cant wait till your next blog. love you!
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome 1st post. Now I am crying but they are good tears. I am so proud to say that I know this sweet child of God. May He bless everything your hands touch!
ReplyDeleteIt is a delight to read about another Molly that loves God and the people of Liberia. I am with you in spirit. Molly Fulton
ReplyDeleteIt is so great to hear about your first "5" days. Your Tribute to dad was beautiful! Through God, Dad laid a foundation for Missions that almost All of his family has followed and love! Thank you for loving the people of Liberia and allowing God to use you there in a mighty way. "I Say A Little Prayer for You"....glad you smile when you play it...hope it last! I am praying for you. I Miss You and Love You Very Much!
ReplyDeleteI am so proud of you "Remus!" I am sitting here rocking Jackson to sleep and crying my eyes out reading your posts. We truly come from wonderful men and women of God that have left huge legacies. We pray for you everyday and cannot wait to hear more about what the Lord is doing on your trip. Love you!!!
ReplyDeleteIf only others would understand that so many have never heard of Christ and be as obedient as you. Praying for you Molly. The way you feel about Africa is the way I feel about Papua New Guinea.
ReplyDeleteMOlly, I am Alfredo (ok, Chicken Alfredo, haha) wao, this morning i readed your post, and i am surpised with the way God uses at his children. God bless you my Molly Polly!
ReplyDelete"By this we know love, because He laid down His life for us. And we also ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.But whoever has this world’s goods, and sees his brother in need, and shuts up his heart from him, how does the love of God abide in him? My little children, let us not love in word or in tongue, but in deed and in truth" 1 Jhon 3.
Beautifully worded Molly! There is nothing more rewarding than doing what God has called you to do!
ReplyDeleteMolly, I am so proud of you. I am praying for you daily. In fact I can't get my mind off of you. You know that God advises us to pray without ceasing. That is what I find myself doing for you. You are covered in the Blood. Stay safe. Keep writing!
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