What does it truly cost to follow God’s calling?
In Episode 4 of 20 Years of Stories, the team shares the personal sacrifices, fears, and challenges that came with leaving behind comfort, family, and familiarity to pursue ministry in Costa Rica.
From selling everything they owned and moving across the world with only 14 suitcases, to navigating fear, loneliness, and uncertainty, this episode reveals the real human side of missions and obedience. But through every difficult moment, God continued to provide purpose, community, and fulfillment far greater than anything left behind.
This is a story about surrender, trust, and discovering that sometimes the greatest blessings are found on the other side of discomfort.
In this episode:
- Leaving home and stepping into the unknown
- The emotional cost of missions and ministry
- Overcoming fear and trusting God fully Missing family, traditions, and community
- Raising children on the mission field
- Finding purpose through sacrifice and service
- Why following Jesus is always worth it
Through every challenge, one truth remained clear: What was given up could never compare to what was gained through Christ.