Jessi Marquez

Sometimes we are called to go somewhere/ do something...

and it doesn't make sense.

We feel opposition and logically we can't find reasoning.

The bible says if we have faith as small as a mustard seed, we can move a mountain. (Matt 17:20)

I think most people read this and think it means you can have little faith, and do much. That is true, but I think there is more.

I am a words person. I believe that people choose certain words, for certain reasons. God chose a "mustard seed".

He knows every kind of seed out there, and chose a mustard seed to describe our faith.

Why a mustard seed?

Here is some things I know about mustard seeds:

• They are very small, but they have unlimited potential. One mustard seed can grow into a giant shrub that produces millions of other seeds.
• It is a seed that needs to be planted in the right soil. Once it has been sown, it is nearly impossible to get the place free of it. The seed germinates.
• Think about the taste a mustard seed produces. It is fiery and effects every other ingredient it comes into contact with

This morning I was reminded of my mustard seed faith. Last year while on the World Race I made a very big decision. I felt like I was supposed to extend my trip, by myself. The entire team would be returning to the USA on Novemeber 20th, and I felt called to remain in Europe till December 12th.

• I had no plane ticket home.
• I had $13.00 in my bank account.
• I had no plans.
• Some people told me this was un-wise. That a young blonde girl should not be traveling Europe alone.

I agreed, it was crazy. It was also crazy to stay in Africa after being robbed at gunpoint, but we did that. I sometimes think God likes being crazy.

Long story short, God provided. Provided my flight home, amazing hostels that were cheap, and enough crackers and nutella to last for days! He also provided opportunities. Amazing impactful opportunties that I would have never had made if I did not take this step of faith.

In Italy and became friends with four Australian girls. We built such a strong friendship in those few days that I still talk to them to this day. One of the girls even visited me in NYC. These are people I plan to invest in for my entire future.

In Paris I met two of the most beautiful girls I know. These women were passionate and caring, but had brokenness in their hearts. This morning I received this message " jessi i want to say you, i think a lot about you... talk to god for me, said him that i m lost in this moment in my mind..." I shared Gods heart for these girls in the few days we spent together. This was a concept they never heard before. So begins their journey.

In Great Britain I stayed with the most amazing family. I worked in nightlife ministry, which fueled my passion for those in NYC. The two daughters will be visiting me this summer. This is a family I will know for the rest of my life. They have encouraged me to persue my dreams, and are my family across the sea.

What is God calling you to that may seem scary? Crazy? Or not make sense?

Are you willing to pick up your mat, and walk?