This month has been great! We finished painting the church and got the grounds a lot cleaner. I got to go on a hike in the mountain by our location it was gorgeous(pic 3 was taken on that hike).
Got to spend some time a care points hanging out with kids and digging a trench at one. Having to soften up the ground with a pick first before you can use a shovel was an interesting experience.
Here are a few excerpts from my journal entries to catch you up to speed on how I'm doing. If you have questions about anything just ask!
Feb. 12 – We arrived in Nsoko, Swaziland and are staying at the Anchor Center here.
Feb. – 13 God has made me to speak. He gave me a voice to use and I should not hold it back!
Feb. 15 – I still feel like I'm holding back, Lord set me free!
Feb. 16 – I wanted to retreat and shut down but the Spirit was prompting me not to. As I lay in my bunk I looked at the frame above me and the words Draw near were written there(actually draw hear as I see it today, but the point was made). God wants me to continue drawing near to Him and my team.
Feb. 17 – I've done Insanity work outs the last few day. Feels incredible, hopefully keep it up after Steven leaves. [editors note:I stopped working out…oops]
Feb. 18 – He didn't know what was real anymore but he said I looked real to him, the Holy Spirit in me! [ed.: I was reminded of a conversation I had with a camper this past summer]
Feb. 20 – When our resources run out, we have to rely on God! May we be willing to do it before they run out.
Feb. 21 – Lord show me my identity and help me to live in it!
Feb. 22 – Lord help me to live a life of simplicity so that I may bless others!
Feb. 23 – I desire a true and earnest faith, make me a 'radical'!
Feb. 24 – Hiked all the way to South Africa! Discovered a cross left by I-Squad.
Feb. 25 – Had a good chat with the assistant pastor today, it was a really encouraging conversation.
Feb. 27 – It was fun just hanging out together no plans just some great quality time.
Mar. 1 – This is our final day in Nsoko, tomorrow we begin our trip to Durban, South Africa. We are going to be working at a camp for handicapped children!
