i really want to go on a mission trip to Napal all next summer but my mom wont even discuss it (ill be 14 by then) .i've been praying and i really feel god has been tugging at my heart! what do i do! how do i explain
2006-07-02 06:47:14 · 19 answers · asked by breezybeautiful 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Adolescent
Have you told your mom that you really feel God's calling to do this? Usualy if she knows that, she won't want to get in the way. I bet why she doesn't want to let you go because sh eiwll miss you and maybe your not responssible enough so this year show her how you can be responssible. Like don't complain when she asks you to do something, or do stuff even when she doesn't ask. Good luck and I will pray for you/
2006-07-02 06:57:45 · answer #1 · answered by manda 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Bring your mother information about the trip. Maybe a brochure would work , or if the company or church you are going with has a website. She might be saying no because she doesn't know the people in charge. Do you have any friends that have gone there or somewhere in the area? Have those friends talk to her. Could you discuss the trip with your father and have him talk to her?
Tell your Mother exactly what you feel about this trip. Explain to her that you feel you need to go.
She might still say no. Don't beg or plead then, just wait. Fourteen is pretty young to go half way around the world without anyone. She might want you to wait until your 15 or 16. She's your mother. Listen to her.
2006-07-02 14:05:19 · answer #2 · answered by millancad 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get information on the trip and give it to your mom. Explain to her in a mature way, that means no whining, no begging, no pleading, and don't be dramatic because that will just show her you are not ready to handle this trip, why you want to do this.
If your mom says no than tha tis something you are going to have to accept. See if she'll agree with it when you are older say like 16 or 17. If she still says no. You are just going to have to wait until you are 18 to do mission trips or join the peace corps. Regardless you are underage and she is responsible for you.
2006-07-02 13:59:39 · answer #3 · answered by butterflykisses427 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe this could also be a lesson in patience. I say keep praying, and if you still feel you should go, but your Mom does not, then wait until next year. For no matter how we feel, we still must honor our father and mother.
Also, maybe she doesn't know the people you'll be going with, if so, then have them meet with your Mom. Give her a chance to ask them questions about safety and express her fears, or whatever reason she is not letting you go.
Maybe the desire is there, but the timing is wrong. Just pray about it and trust that whatever the outcome God is in control.
I wish you luck, and God Bless.
2006-07-02 14:03:51 · answer #4 · answered by help_im_in_orbit 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell her your feelings first of all. Tell her of why you want to do this and this is very important to you. Give her the background information of the trip and talk about every single detail that it has. But unfortunately, I can see why she may not want you to go. You are young, and the money may not be there. As you should know traveling to other countries are very expensive and it would probably take up a huge chunk of her savings. So, try to think about that when she says no. She may want you to go of course...but there are so many other things that she most likely would worry about.
2006-07-02 13:55:08 · answer #5 · answered by spyder90tishuez 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If this is God's will, then He will work on your mom's heart. Maybe your mom is afraid something bad will happen to you. I mean, let's face it, you would be out of the country. Pretty scary thing to think as a mother. If that be the case, then pray that your mom can trust you into God's hands. Just seek God with your whole heart. Trust in Him. May He give you the desires of your heart.
2006-07-02 13:54:31 · answer #6 · answered by save_me_now 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you first need to understand what your moms saying. It's a far away country and your only 14, she has no way of protecting you and she's scared, may I remind you of Natalie Holloway. If you want to go okay but try and see your moms side as well, and let her know your responsible and understand what it entails
2006-07-02 14:41:17 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you should have your youth pastor or leader to contact your Mother and give her all the information about the trip - such as who is going, how much will it cost, how many chaperones...I'm sure her hesitation is money and safety issues. Answer her questions and show some maturity - you might get your prayer answered.
2006-07-02 14:04:08 · answer #8 · answered by sassybelle19 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I realise you want to go but Iwould wait until you are older. old enough to handle yourself. being away from your mother at such a young age makes your mom uncomfortable. she doesnt want you to get hurt...and even though you are doing gods work, you can get hurt
the world is a dangerous place hun. Im sorry but I'm with your mom. it isnt safe for someone of your age. wait untilyou are 17 or 18...an adult. yuou will be better off
god bless
2006-07-02 14:10:08 · answer #9 · answered by Miss. Advice 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop praying for a minute and do some homework kid. Look up "sex slave trade" and/or Napal.
2006-07-02 13:52:23 · answer #10 · answered by Tommystune 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋