So its Wednesday. Another day of ministry. Our contact has really given us the reigns and we’ve started leading prayer meetings, church services, and other ministries. I keep thinking to myself “am i really a missionary?”
Today we went to a different elementary school, where we taught a sixth grade class. We talked about courage to do the right thing. I used this verse, which i live by:
Joshua 1:9
Have I not commanded you?
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid: do not be discouraged,
for God is with you wherever you go.
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid: do not be discouraged,
for God is with you wherever you go.
It’s strange talking to kids that are so scared of death- with posters all over about limiting your sexual partners and not doing drugs so you don’t get AIDS. So many of them live in fear, and those things are very real things to be afraid of. It’s times like this that luke-warm Christianity just doesn’t cut it. You have to ask yourself “do i really believe that no matter what God is with me, and He will protect me?” Even when i face death? Even when I face abuse? Even when i face uspeakable tragedies? If i didn’t believe I couldn’t look these little ones in the face and tell them “Don’t be afraid.”
But the truth is God is with them. I feel Him speaking to my heart that He’s watching over them and has good plans for them. He said in Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to
prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” I believe he declares this over each one of us.
prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” I believe he declares this over each one of us.
I also had the chance to go back to the slums, to where the fire was, and pray with people. I saw no weeping, only those hurrying to rebuild. Several children followed us around while we prayed, and i was able to carry a baby with me 🙂 i knew she might now understand but i sang to her while she slept.
People came and asked us to come and pray for their sick.
I’m praying revival over this place. I’m praying joy, and healing, peace, and deliverance over these wonderful people. Pray with me.
Also, today is the last day for my fundraiser! let me know if you are giving today, and ill have the results by Friday! Thank you guys so much for your help.
with love from kenya
sarah
