Often during our trip to this beautiful Mediterranean town, we laughed so hard our sides hurt, and that made the journey bearable. I've been blessed to travel on many mission trips, but I have never been on a trip with a more positive, patient crew. During an exhausting, frustrating, stressful day, I didn't hear one unkind word spoken by a team member. Amazing! Jesus shines through each one of them. God has already given us great memories, and we're sure to make many more.
This morning, we woke up to an incredible view...WOW...and then our hosts treated us to a delicious breakfast. We were welcomed with hospitality and Christian fellowship to our sister church's worship service, in which Pastor Jorge and the congregation prayed over us. What joy to sing in one spirit with our family in Christ.
Regina and I were honored to sing "Lord, I Need You," and the words spoke to my heart--as they have many times. We desperately need Him to give us strength, endurance, health, patience, boldness, and compassion this week...we're also already praying for an uneventful trip home!
This afternoon, we took a much-needed "siesta" and planned for VBS. Tonight, we'll have supper, meet with our hosts, and decorate our rooms. VBS begins in the morning, and though we'll have help in translating our message, please pray for the Holy Spirit to translate more than words to the children. Pray that Jesus will be evident on our faces as we share the story of the gospel. Pray that the children who come expecting games, drama, and recreation (and swimming--the church/school has a pool and VBS includes swim time) will find MUCH more. Pray that they find a Savior who is waiting to welcome them in.
Until manana. :)
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