Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness.

— Philippians 2:6-7 NIV

I’ve been learning things the past few months that I didn’t know would matter here.

You can’t pour out when you aren’t full.
That’s an seemingly obvious principle, but it’s one that I hadn’t taken to heart for the majority of the last 20 years. I was not functioning out of being full – there was a constant threat of hitting empty because I was not completely firm in my foundation. In countless situations I found myself serving out of lack, not out of overflow. As if I could live a complete life subconsciously giving up my inherent worth for the sake of perceived servant-hood. Any act of serving is not as impactful when the servant it’s not totally saturated in truth.

Something I’ve observed about people, is that we like polarized things. It’s one or the other, no gray area. And yes, there are fundamental things that we need be strict on, but I think that some things are worth venturing into the gray area for.

Jesus came and took on the physical image of a human, interacting with humanity in the exact opposite way that humans had functioned for thousands of years – He exhibited perfection. No wonder those who had earthly authority were nervous as Christ gained a following, no wonder those who had been oppressed flocked to Him. Jesus was the ideal person, the One the world was striving to be – even though they didn’t realize it.

From the rich to the poor, everyone was trying to emulate aspects of Christ, but no one had succeeded. No one has been willing to REALLY go into the gray area. Those with power understood the notion that their lives had great worth, but were looking past grace and holiness. Those who were more lowly understood the impact of compassion and kindness, but were not functioning out of their royal identity.

Jesus came to unite both ends of the spectrum, to give His beloved (you and me!) the opportunity to be restored to our original design. He was seated on the HIGHEST of highs, and He dove to the DEEPEST of deeps all so that we could regain our place as His Sons and Daughters.

Worth <——> Compassion, He’ll be there the middle.

Since experiencing the example that Jesus set for us, so many have been able to walk with Him in the middle. To see that there is lack when we only go for one or the other. That the Kingdom impact stretches so much further when we venture out into the middle.

I needed to know that being here. To be able to love and serve with the heart of the Father, I needed to not only know my worth, but the believe it! It’s a daily battle, the enemy thinks that he can try to steal it from me, but it’s not so – nor will it ever be.

We must vibrantly acknowledge our value, still choosing to bend low, and be a light to the darkness that has invaded the earth.

May we never be hidden 💡

Life Update: It took about four days, but I think it’s safe to say that the jet lag has worn off. There were a few restless nights, a few very exhausting days, but the joy I was starting to believe got stolen has returned in strength and it’s beautiful. Colors seem brighter, laughs are laughier, and Jesus a little sweeter when joy abounds. I am loving being with this family, they are absolutely presh. The girlies and my lil dude friend are quickly becoming some of my favorite humans. I’ve been to the MAKHOP a few times now, which have been good times of worship to our worthy King and prayer for our hurting world. I started helping out at INform this week too, and I’m learning new programs and getting to know the awesome people who work there. COVID-19 is the enemy’s newest tactic here, but it WILL bow to the power of Jesus, and it WILL be used to glorify His name! Lot’s of work/school from home action is starting to happen over here because of it, but God knew about this outbreak from before this trip was even planned – I came here as a servant, to do His will, no matter what that looks like.

Love you all back home, I miss you!
xoxo, Rach

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