Chapter 4 of Gio’s story

When I knew Andrew and his mom would come to Indonesia, I was excited and nervous, ! Why was I so excited? Because it was real – the man that I prayed for and loved will meet me personally. But we were still in our friendship season at the time. 

A lot of challenges arose before Andrew would arrive – and almost canceled the trip – but God made it.

I was nervous because I didn’t how Andrew felt yet. I knew he would be coming with his mom and pay closer attention to me. I didn’t want them to know my feelings for Andrew yet. We were still just building friendship and getting to know each other more. I wanted to be the real me, and for our relationship to be real.

I knew I needed to keep in my mind that I was hosting them to come to Indonesia. This would be the purpose, to guard my heart and keep me pure. I prayed a lot, asking God how I could bless them and take care of them. 

When I met Andrew and his mom, I felt like I had already known them for a long time. It helped me not feel nervous anymore. 

At one point during their visit, God woke me up at 3am while we were still in Bali. I prayed and asked God’s protection over them. I prayed they would receive blessings and enjoy traveling around Indonesia. I prayed they would not be jetlagged. I realized the schedule that I made was crazy and busy, haha! Even though she was still a little tired, Mrs. Moore (Mom) was strong and amazing.

God woke me up 3am to pray, so God was watchful over them.

Every single day was so special, they were some of the best memories that I have had. I can’t believe that God made it. That He made a way for me to meet someone that I love. I want them to feel that happiness.

I felt that my focus became just wanting to bless them. And God reminded me, they are not an outreaching or ministry team. God reminded me of this during our lunch, when Mrs. Moore (Mom) prayed over our meal. She prayed that they would be able to meet my family and get to knew me more. I felt my stress level was away, and a burden being lifted off of me. I was able to be who I am. I didn’t try to make sure they were happy – I chose to just be me and serve them the best I could. 

From this situation that God worked out, I realized: 

1. His divine will: God is all powerful, God leads everything and brought us together.
2. The power of faith and prayer: faith in God is central to receiving miracles. 

God made it happen to reveal His power, to demonstrate His love for us, and to lead people to faith in Jesus Christ. Our story is seen as acts of God’s grace, done according to His will, and for the purpose of bringing glory to God and advancing His kingdom.

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