Mail Time!!

Every afternoon, I trot over to my little apartment mailbox and cross my fingers for a support check. It has been a very fun activity these past few weeks! God is faithfully providing for my Moscow expenses! Okay, so let me explain to people who are reading this and thinking, "Why the heck is Laura getting all these checks in the mail?"
I'm raising financial support for my project to Moscow this summer (see my first blog post), and it costs $5,500. Some people feel awkward about asking others to fund a trip, but biblically speaking, it is a really awesome way for the body of Christ to work together towards an eternal impact! (Check out 2 Cor. 8 and 9.) My project director, Zach, helped give us more perspective on the matter, which was quite encouraging. So, here is Laura Sanderson's look at support-raising:
I'm a college student. I have this cool opportunity to spend part of my summer sharing the gospel and investing in the lives of Russian students. I mean, our team is comprised of vivacious 19 to 20-somethings, with the health and energy that all of the middle-aged whippersnappers reminisce about. We're mobile! We're hip young Americans! We think cramming together in a hostel for a month is a fun idea!
In contrast, not every Christ-follower is in my position. Many have grownup jobs, so they can't just up and spend a month in a foreign country. These things cost time and money! By asking my friends and family to provide financially for my trip, they become a part of it! God uses their support to give me the ability to spread the good news of Jesus to people in Moscow this summer. I've had checks ranging from $25 to $500 so far. These friends are all giving generously and within their means, and every bit is a blessing! Through all of these wonderful people, I have raised about 40% of my funds for Project! (Holla!) Even when I discover an empty mailbox, and I sometimes find myself discouraged, I trust that the Lord is going to provide that other 60%. He's a big God.
I'm getting ready to send out another round of support letters, so if you'd like to receive one from me with info about my trip, send me your address! (via Facebook, preferably) My support deadline is May 22, when I begin project briefing. That's just about a month, readers! Woohoo! I think it's so cool to gain this team of people who will pray for my team and me while we're overseas. We are one body of Christ, with different parts to play. My supporters are the hands, and my team are the feet. :) I couldn't make this journey without God's hands, which are used to pray and to give. I'm so thankful for y'all.