"We all need a support network to thrive, and this is particularly important if moving abroad, alone, to start a new life from scratch. Building local support takes time and when things don’t quite turn out as envisioned, having strong home support is key to keeping going and holding on to God’s calling. 

"I’ve been wonderfully blessed with a fantastic group of supporters. I’m humbled by their generosity and eagerness to give as well as by their enthusiasm for the work I’m doing and their desire to be a part of it. I’m grateful for a group who pray regularly for me, and whose prayers God has frequently used to bring significant – and even instant – breakthroughs. I’m grateful for those that have walked with me through the many and varied challenges I’ve faced, who have strengthened me in my calling, and whose messages God has often used to encourage and uplift me when I’ve felt weak or disheartened. It’s a great blessing to have supporters who value both my work and my wellbeing.

"God has also used their lives and faith to inspire and encourage me and it’s helped lift my eyes above my own circumstances when I’ve been a bit submerged. It’s been great to see a number in Madrid too, and particularly at the beginning, it was a boost to see familiar, friendly faces when things were new and perplexing.

"Knowing I’m not alone and that I have so many behind me cheering me on is an immense privilege. Their support enables me to support those I work with here. They are God’s hands and feet to me so that I can be the same for others. I’m incredibly grateful to God for the team He’s formed around me – I couldn’t do this without them but I also wouldn’t want to."

More about Lydia's' work in Spain can be found here 

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