Who ever said that missions has to only look like bible studies, evangelism, bible translating, medical clinics and the sorts? Is it possible that it can look like 12 girls throwing punches, and kicks to loud music? SURE!!
In the past three years, since being certified as a kickboxing instructor, I have REALLY seen God use it for his glory! I've taught classes in orphanages in Mexico and Peru, for DTS students and full time missionaries in Ensenada, and NOW, at a real GYM here in Cusco! I've been teaching here for two weeks now (three times a week), and really do love it, as always. I LOVE when people have FUN taking care of the bodies God gave them, when I see confidence arise in young teenage girls, and when at least an hour of someone's day is more joyful than it would have been, had they not come to class.
I can see that this passion I have IS a God-given passion, and that He is using it for His glory here. What started off as a class of mostly Peruvians, is now also sprinkled with girls that I have formed relationships with here. We all walk together to the gym (the 14 minutes it takes) and then share a taxi home. Many times, that hour and a half are the happiest, most energetic part of my day!