At the Airport!!! Honduras Bound!

In only a few hours we will be hopping onto a plane: Ariel, Kourtney, Ashley, BeBe, Angela, Brandi, Jessica, Lydia and Katrina. In only a few hours, we will be taken out of our comfort zones, asked to do things we would normally never volunteer to do, serve in humility along side people we do not know, eat foods we've never tasted and share with those whom the world overlooks and has forgotten. We will be called to love, give, be compassionate and operate in obedience. In only a few hours, our lives will never be the same. Even now, I stand with my plane ticket in my hand. My heart is racing and I keep reminding myself to breath. The reality of our mission is sinking in, inside each of us and we know that there is no turning back.

Honduras is a place with lots of hopelessness. Crime, sex trafficking, drugs, gangs and disease are among the top concerns leading towards a high mortality rate within this country. Children are abandoned, villages are destroyed, communities collapse under poor government funding and natural disasters. There is no money, little education and not enough volunteers or supporters. Yet, we know, even in such a situation as this, our God is still in control and in His loving kindness, He has opened the door to allow His love to shine through! It is only in this way that hope can be shared amongst the people of Honduras and where there is hope, there can be change!

There is no telling and no limit to what God can do in the lives of anyone who simply desires more of Him. Sometimes, we think that we have to get things right, or have a little more time to have our fun. Sometimes, we confuse God's love with our ability or we think that we aren't good enough to make a difference. The truth is, all it really takes is only a few hours and a willing heart. The powerful love of God isn't anything we earn and it definitely isn't something that we can prepare for. But, if we are willing, He can do more for us in only a few hours, than we can do for him in a lifetime of years!

As we carry our bags and head toward the airport this morning, I want to be sure and thank EVERYONE who supported us! Anyone who donated money, items or their time and prayers- THANK YOU! There is no telling how your measure of love will impact those we are going to serve. We are so excited and geeked with great expectation for what the Lord will do! We know that this opportunity is only a small comparison of the Missionaries who have dedicated their lives to loving and serving, but we are so honored for the opportunity to work alongside them and make a difference; not just for the world, but for God's Kingdom!

It is my deepest desire that we come back with stories to tell, hope to share and love to lead us in even more amazing opportunities! Please continue to pray for us. Our journey is only beginning and we anticipate all that Christ will accomplish within us!

Thank you all, and see you soon!

~Pearls

Our OFFICIAL VIDEO, Summer 2015

Good Morning Loves!

Can you believe it's August, already??? With this being the last full month of summer, I was compelled to look over and be thankful for all the wonderful things God has done for us this season! We've welcomed 2 new Pearls, served others with grateful hearts, memorized five amazing scriptures, accomplished some pretty unbelievable goals and had an amazing time doing it!

God is good! Let me say it again... GOD IS GOOD!!! His love for us continues to overflow in each of our hearts, and our pray is that you are experiencing the same growth in your own life. Whether you are a new sister in Christ or you have an established relationship in the Lord, remember that you are not alone! There are so many people in the body of Christ who are routing for you. They want the absolute best for you and have been placed in your life to encourage you, love you and celebrate with you! If you feel as if  you don't have a place, ask God to bring people into your life. He will not hesitate to do so, I promise.

There was a time when I felt as if I was all alone in my Journey with Jesus. But as I look back over these last 2 and a half years, I see that God was leading my steps towards this moment, all along. I am so thankful for my Pearls! They my Sisters, my friends and my heart! They have become so much more than just a group to spend my free time with. They are central to my life, my everyday and my success in the Lord! I can't wait for them to see this video! I can't wait to be with them again! But mostly, I can't wait to see what more God is going to do in them, through them and for them! They are women of faith and women of perseverance and encouragement. I pray that everything we do and everything we attempt and portray will be a shining encouragement for you, as well! 

Shine bright, my loves!

~Pearls

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