There is so much more than building a home or a church in this case. There is a time to be still and be in the presence of God by watching, chatting, eating, playing or just sitting still. These are all very necessary in a mission trip to Honduras. You need to take time and reflect on why you are here and what God is doing in your life this week. Some of the God moments in the evening were:
Zach - He observed how the Hondurans just hung out. They would stop take a break, laughing and joking about whatever. North Americans think we have to work, work, work. We are so task oriented. We need to learn how to just hang out.
Kelsey - Took the time to wave at someone who was going by. She noticed he had a solemn look on his face but once Kelsey waved at him his face was shining with a huge smile. She wants to take more time to smile at others and give them encouragement.
Bryan - Committed to play soccer with a young man the next day at 1:00. Kevin was there at 1:00 sharp ready to play soccer. They are committed people. Let's all try to be committed to others like Kevin.
Adam - Noticed the most generous hospitality throughout the whole week. They wanted to make sure every one got fed each and every day They were most generous with everything. We need to be more generous with what God has given us.
Erin - There was two different languages but one bond, Jesus Christ. Sometimes just a smile is all we need to give out to share the love of Jesus.
Megan - She shared how she was being still and being in Christ present on the job site one day. I was standing on a spot inside the foundation and thought one day someone will stand on this very spot and possibly accept Christ as their Lord and Savior. This church will bless many people for many years to come.
Caroline - Was grateful for the break from the social media for a week. We actually set around and talked to each face to face and got to know each other better. Caroline did not miss her cell phone at all.
Karen - Was impressed how no one got upset with Caroline and Zach when they forgot the peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. They all shared what they had and it all worked out beautifully.
Hannah - She wanted to embark the life of Mary this week. She wanted to be able to hear Jesus' voice while she was serving.
Bethany - She could speak the language and was able to talk to the children on a daily basis. God connected her with a young lady Eli this week. God used Bethany's gift of Spanish to reach out to many children and young people this week.
Evan - Was a quiet spirit with a beautiful smile. I watched him do whatever it took for the team. He did it in quiet but beautiful way.
Barry - Shared how he learned this week to never doubt yourself. He got to see Nora and how Nora asked him how was his daughter. These people never forget us. They say the prayer for us and I in turn want to continuously pray for them.
Ryan - Shared how he did not wear a watch and he never worried about what time it was or got into a hurry. He enjoyed being a true Honduran for the week.
Elliot - Shared how he watched and learn how to make the most of what we have and able to give so much more back to others. God has given me so much and I need to give it back.
Michael - His sister came five years ago and he shared how now he understands what all she was sharing about how beautiful the people and the county of Honduras is.
I was impressed this week by the young people who came to serve here in Honduras. I learned so much from the young people.
"Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me - put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you."
Philippians 4:9
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