A quick note:
The God's Girlies family is growing. Eight High school girls have joined us to serve our Middle School girls as mentors. These eight youth were asked to answer some questions describing their desire to serve and their faith walk. Their words were so touching and even impressive that with their permission I am presenting them to you. Look each month for one of our God's Girlies' mentors. As you read, pray for them. And as you read be ready to be blessed.
VICTORIA
My testimony:
I was brought up in the church. One day I told my mom I wanted Jesus to live in my heart. We said a prayer right there in the car. I was about 6 or 7 at the time. I was baptized in the 4th grade.
Why mentor?
I feel like this will be extremely rewarding for both me and the girls. I love children and I feel that working with these girls will help me to view things in a different way.
What one Bible verse holds great meaning to me?
I can do all things
through Christ who strengthens me.
-Phillipians 4:13
What are some things I wish I would have known when I was a pre-teen that I now know after growing in Christ and maturing in my faith?
My mom is my best friend and biggest cheerleader. She only wants to se me succeed.
About Victoria: I am in band and swim for the high school. I am on the track team; I enjoy working out. I love cats (I know... that's really weird). I really, really love to swing on playgrounds. My favorite holiday is Christmas (I started singing carols at the beginning of August.) It makes me sad to see old people eating alone. I love most things from different countries, England in particular. I would love to travel the world some day. This is why I've considered doing something like doctors without borders two weeks a year so that I can get into countries that most missionaries can't.
Consider sharing your story on "A Thursday for Your Thoughts". If you're blessed by someone elses' story or thoughts-like Victoria's, let them know in comments.
Send your story or questions to kristiburden@gmail.com