Everyday is a gift from God…
In Panama, all my days have been different… Even if they didn’t seem different, they would still be gifts from God!
The first few days in Panama were spent living at a hostel in the city. I reflect back on this time and see the goodness of God shine through. As we’ve stayed in hostels in Beijing and then in Central America, I meet people on a journey – trying to “figure” out life… knowing a little more is out there than meets the eye. We’ve met people from Israel, America, Australia, Great Britain, China, Columbia, etc… all in different walks of life, yet on a journey. God has blessed us to connect on a deeper level with many…
Then I moved to an island of the Caribbean coast to spend time with the Kuna tribe. The island was a home to 1000 people; I could walk the diameter of the island in about 5 minutes. It was a true blessing to spend time. We would spend time playing with the children, hosting programs for children and adults, cleaning the “streets” (which are really small sand pathways), and the best of all, praying for women in their homes. It was a wonderful time, as I found myself deeply encouraged, and I pray that the pastor found himself encouraged as well.
I came back a little early to spend time with the all girls team BELOVED ONE! It was another gift from the God. I lived at an orphanage in the city. The children were really great – I taught them to stand on their heads and helped them turn back flips!! It was great just playing and loving on them, as they loved on us… there is something about a loving touch of a child.
During this time, we were able to spend a morning talking to prostitutes at the women’s clinic. I encourage you to read Kari Stembel’s blog about this time!
