Alex here, what a day this was. God is so good. This morning we got to walk around and pray for the land where the Children's village will be. There is some oppostion to Haiti Arise because some people don't want to give up a path that is used. This is delaying the wall construction. I'm sure there is a reason for this though...Perhaps we are supposed to minister to these people who are opposing it? God knows the reason, and he will show it eventually.
I got the chance to observe and take part in door to door ministry and food distribution with some of the very poor people in the area. One family had just lost their mother, and their father had to leave the 5 children to find a job to support them. This was devastating to me. Having said that, they still had hope. Christ is at work in Haiti. Many people are going to church, not all Christians, but the seed is being planted. The joy of the Haitians is very obvious. They shout for joy to God in church and openly talk about Him on the streets. I wish I had this joy. We have lots to learn from the Haitians.
I made a Haitian friend today, Kelly. He is a very encouraging person. He has a passion for life and learning everything he can. He is 20, knows 3 languages, and has more maturity then most adults in Canada, but yet he is full of joy from the Lord. I look forward to continuing to get to know Kelly.
Tomorrow we will begin the work on the wall. This will be hard. Pray for everyone's strength and attitude in the coming days. Life is good here in Haiti. God Bless,
Alex
Your heart is deeply touched Alex. You may have new friends for life.
ReplyDeleteBlessings and be strong.