travelling.

I am leaving for Phnom Penh, the Cambodian capital, on Monday night. First time travelling alone.

Check out http://www.daughtersofcambodia.org to see a little of what I'll be doing there.

In preparation for this trip, the events in my life that have led up to this have produced such revelations from Father:

• Australia, UK, Cambodia, China, Kenya - wherever you are, you will always be part of an International picture. Your work in this life and world does not start until you realise this.
• There is no better place to be than in His will. It is privilege to sit here and talk about going. I am not necessary at Daughters and probably never will be, but that's just it, I am there to learn about poverty and why the sex trade exists, and what it has done to humanity. I can't think of a better way to spend my post-degree November!
• You have a university degree. Good on you. You may not think it's a huge deal, but from a global perspective, many kids can't even afford primary school.
• Having held this view for a long time, and waiting for someone to prove me wrong, I am going to share it boldly: Travelling overseas when you are spiritually in the "build" stages of your faith, as opposed to being "sent" to share the gospel, is highly dangerous. E.g. A second year uni student who is actively involved in the spiritual movement on campus, decides she wants to do exchange in Germany. She does not prioritise the setting up of spiritual supports - a church, a Bible study, godly people who will be there with her and walking with her. In fact, thinking you need less support than more is always an opportunity for the devil to prey on you. There is no one to catch you when you fall. No one to tell you to not get involved with that really cute German guy who just asked you out at the cafe! for example.
• Physical environment does dramatically change, and yes, you set up new routine molding oneself around your place. However, your friends back home are only an internet connection away. They are still involved in your life if you let them, and you are still involved in theirs if you invite yourself in!
• Mission trips are funny things. Many Christians go on about the work they do, which is great. But who is your first love again? The point is - what does Father want to teach you about Him in this new space? Why has He brought you here? The world is His, He created everything in it. The 'work' that 'you do' does not stop when you hop on a plane back home, it keeps going, wherever you are! Because, the reality is, you are in a forever-relationship with Father, transcending all barriers of location and time. He is with you wherever you are.

My food - is every word that comes out of the Father's mouth, and to do His will, because He sent me.