Indeed, this is a trip I definitely needed and it was worth every bit!
When 2025 began, I found myself in the pits. Literal pits! It seemed too dark that I wished the year to end already. Just to take you through, a few days before, God had given me very clear word for my year and I dismissed one component of that message and focused on the exciting part of it. I mean, I thought I was in a really good place. Little did I know, few days later, the part of the message that I dismissed is what carried the most weight. Life moved so fast, I literally felt like I was in a movie as a main cast. And, that is how I found myself in the pits wishing 2025 could end already.
One thing about wilderness and restoration, it is painful but worthwhile afterwards. And thinking back, I mean, it was a timely season because it made my 30th birthday more meaningful not only physically but spiritually. The refinement that happened needed a celebration. And, that is how I found myself in Bali.
Here I was, for 15 hours on a flight to South East Asia to explore an island that I did not know what was waiting for me on the other side. But before that, can you imagine I forgot my ATM card in Kampala and only realised it while boarding my plane? And guess what? I just boarded that damn plane not knowing how I would survive there but deep down I knew, I would figure something out. Which, for sure, I did figure it out when I got to Bali! That reminded me how I have come a long way with managing anxiety, power of taking a breathe and knowing that, there is always a way out.
Bali! Wow! I must say, it is my favourite destination so far. I have never experienced love from strangers like I did while there. My heart was very full, the smiling, the hospitality, the energy and just the calmness. Indeed, Bali is the island of God! My birthday was made so special by strangers whom 2 days before never knew I existed. I experienced deep connections that will be memorable for the rest of my life. I realised how there are so many kind people out here that make life so beautiful.
By the end of my trip, I was never the same. Something changed in me that I will live to remember. My heart was full of gratitude and I was very emotional. I felt the warmth of God and His January 2025 word started to make sense. How can I not love this God? How can I not trust Him?
Terima kasih (Thank you) Bali for renewing me. What a better way to mark my 30th year, end of a spiritual season and completion of my Masters programme. Indeed, God is in this story and every detail.
Xoxo,
With Love, Mwendwa
