This update is directly from my journal...and entry from 10-6-09.
Papa I am so overwhelmed right now. That you would trust me in this venture of Your's. I feel so inadequate and at the end of myself. I know You are made strong in my weakness and I praise You for that. But Papa, even in my weakness, please give me strength. We went to a village last night and were asked to do a service. My thoughts raced and all I could think was "who am I... how can I give them anything, I have nothing that they need." And yet, I know watching the faces of the 29 people there that it wasn't about what I could or couldn't do, it was about me allowing You to flow through me. The saw Your love for them through us. Despite messing up the verses of the song or forgetting small details in the stories. Despite me not being able to eat much of the food....they saw Your love for them, which is the reason we came. Papa I am humbled by You and I feel such love from You. I know You have wrapped me in Your arms and You're holding me. I know you wrapped Your arms around the woman who hosted us last night. All that was done by the villagers last night was out of a deep hunger for more of You. Despite the risk they were putting themselves in, they wanted more of You, they wanted to know the word You had for them on this night. They meet 4 times per week after a full day in the fields. It wasn't a duty or a drudgery, they deeply yearn for You, for Your presence and to hear Your oice. Increase my hunger Papa.
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Sunday, October 4, 2009
We've Arrived
We arrived to our first location after 45 hours of travel. We had a 12 hour layover in the airport which was beautiful and had comfy lounge chairs that we were able to nap in.
We arrived very late so went to bed and only slept a few hours. We were able to have a western breakfast the first morning which was a nice way to ease into being here. We had typical breakfast the next morning.
In the afternoon we began language lessons. Our YWAM friends have been so helpful and patient as we butcher the language. We had an additional language lesson the next morning and a real live exercise when we went to lunch and ordered. The people who work in the restaurants are very patient and understanding. They seem to think it quite funny when we make attempts. I was worried about finding stuff to eat here since I don't like this type of food, but I have been pleasantly surprised and l love the food.
This morning, Sunday here, we attended a fellowship with other believers. We were a little surprised at the openness but excited to spend time with these new friends. Our team shared stories, songs, and a skit. I was even asked to share my story about my bad choice at my old job and the thing God asked me to do this summer with my boss. It went really well and I am in constant awe about all that He is doing here.
We are excited to be going tomorrow to visit new locations and share some stories we've learned. We will be gone for a few days to the smaller areas and then spend a day teaching English. Then, back here for a day to get ready for a ten day trek to new locations.
Keep us in your hearts as we know great things will continue. Love to all. It will probably be a couple of weeks before we can be back to an internet location.
We arrived very late so went to bed and only slept a few hours. We were able to have a western breakfast the first morning which was a nice way to ease into being here. We had typical breakfast the next morning.
In the afternoon we began language lessons. Our YWAM friends have been so helpful and patient as we butcher the language. We had an additional language lesson the next morning and a real live exercise when we went to lunch and ordered. The people who work in the restaurants are very patient and understanding. They seem to think it quite funny when we make attempts. I was worried about finding stuff to eat here since I don't like this type of food, but I have been pleasantly surprised and l love the food.
This morning, Sunday here, we attended a fellowship with other believers. We were a little surprised at the openness but excited to spend time with these new friends. Our team shared stories, songs, and a skit. I was even asked to share my story about my bad choice at my old job and the thing God asked me to do this summer with my boss. It went really well and I am in constant awe about all that He is doing here.
We are excited to be going tomorrow to visit new locations and share some stories we've learned. We will be gone for a few days to the smaller areas and then spend a day teaching English. Then, back here for a day to get ready for a ten day trek to new locations.
Keep us in your hearts as we know great things will continue. Love to all. It will probably be a couple of weeks before we can be back to an internet location.
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