As a part of my mission trip to Kenya, I decided that I would make ceramic prayer bracelets. These African shaped bracelets would remind friends and family to pray for me and my team as we embark on this amazing faith-filled adventure. What started off as a small Saturday afternoon craft project turned into quite a learning experience.. Who knew you had like 500 different glazes and types of clay, and depending on the clay determined the kiln that was used. Although, the process was long and somewhat complicated... It was a BLAST and I could definitely see God's hand through the whole thing.
"..O LORD, you are our Father. We are the clay, and you are the potter. We are all formed by your hand." Isaiah 64:8
This project has not only expanded my knowledge in pottery but also expanded my faith.
After two "batches" of African bracelets were completed, I sat and pondered on what I was going to do with them all. I knew that I wanted and needed some prayer warriors while I was gone, but I had no idea how to go about the whole process of asking people to pray. So I prayed... I prayed that God would reveal to me what he wanted me to do with all the bracelets. I knew that He had provided the materials and experienced people that helped make this project happen so I knew that He would continue to provide through the completion.
That afternoon, I had a dentist appointment. One that I had been dreading for over a month. I was very anxious because I just knew that the pain was going to be terrible. The dental hygienist and I made small talk while I was preparing for the worst. I was trying to keep my mind of the things to come... I asked her about her life and family and before I knew it the dentist appointment was over. No pain??? What a blessing!
As I was leaving I was questioned by the receptionist about the bracelet that I was wearing . I explained the details of my trip and that the prayer bracelets were a reminder of my team while we were gone. Her face lit up and she immediately insisted that I show her everything I had made. What started off as one bracelet donation turned into ten bracelet donations. It was amazing. I knew that God had answered a prayer. He was providing prayer warriors, just as I knew He would.
God is still providing more and more prayer warriors everyday. Thank you to everyone who has been supportive of this adventure. I am preparing for my world to rocked in every way by the abundant compassion and love of God... I CANT WAIT!!
I still have some prayer bracelets left. If you are interested you can leave a comment below or email me at elizabethkemp@live.com
" And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28
Great post, Elizabeth! Love this story of how God is providing your every need for your trip!
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