Harbin.
A city full of surprises.
Street markets wedged between vacant buildings and lively universities.
The smell of mysterious frying meats kissing your nose.
Shouts of advertisement, joy, anger.
Games of human frogger across 10 lanes of traffic.
Beautifully vibrant fresh fruits lining the streets.
The sun fighting to shine through the smog each afternoon.
Harbin.
Cranes and construction on every corner.
Precious, curious, beautiful children.
Swerving buses and near misses.
Kentucky Fried Chicken.
Bows, fake eyelashes, and neon shoes walking down the crowded streets.
New friends with generous hearts.
The high tones, the low tones of the Chinese language.
Rice, noodles, and dumplings for days.
Celebrations and moon cake on everyone’s lips.
Hair raising cool breezes.
Harbin.
A city awakening from the darkness.
Hearts being renewed on a regular basis.
The Bible being preached.
Jesus’ love sown through friendships and coffee dates.
Epiphanies and breakthroughs.
Smiles from deep within.
Boldness; pure boldness.
New things being built for the cause of the Kingdom.
The Spirit at work.
Obedience and sacrifice.
Hope.
