I LOVE how GOD provides everything RIGHT when we need it. Even if we hadn't yet realized that we would need it.
God's love for you and I (His Children) shines through brightly in those moments and I cannot do anything, but give Him the Glory He is due.
Although I have a LOT more photos of life in Serbia, here are a few that sort of sum up this month of ministry and the different things that we have been doing. It has not always been easy, and God and I have had some very real, some very raw conversations with one another. (okay lets be real, basically it has been me questioning Him and Him simply taking it and then doing what He Loves to do, and show His love to me in ways I least expect it. Ways that are often subtle and small, yet leave a profound impact). This is a reminder (and challenge) to not neglect the small things in life. To remember that we were created for a relationship WITH God and WITH other people. So go out. Shine that light that God has given you. Have that conversation with that person that you know God has put on your heart. BE BOLD. Pick up the phone, send a text, an email or facebook message and invite that person to coffee. God has blessed you–so go be a blessing to those around you–no matter where you are in the world!
(But first, check out these photos of the people God has placed in my life here and now and while you do that, pray for them! THanks! Ya'll ROCK!)
Completely blessed by the time we got to spend with this family! Although we had to speak to one another through their daughters (translating) the Truth that was spoken into our (my) life by them, is something that I will never forget!
Fresh fruit from local markets. I have eaten so much fresh fruit and I I have no idea how I will be able to eat "fresh" fruit when I get back home…I would have to say that the peaches are my favorite and will be missed!!
Walking the streets in Serbia with the youth ————>
Lots of people who spend time at the park all day.
The men sit around (in the park and coffee shops) a lot throughout the day. We are not really sure what they do, or if they have jobs. Pray for the seniors, homeless and the men of Serbia. Pray God speaks truth into their lives.
Lots of laying hands over people and praying for them. This includes people in the church, during home (church) visits and random people we meet on the street. There is something very powerful about actually putting hands on a person while praying for them. For those in my home church in Canada, I challenge you (and ask you) if this is something that someway, somehow we can incorporate into our services.
Lots of hanging out, laughing and taking photos in the park with the youth. Loving Youth ministry here in Serbia!
Of course we take time as a team to hang out and just enjoy each others company. Here, Kiana and I got to enjoy Tornado Chips thanks to Sarah Anne, after we both preached a mini sermon!! Thanks friend! ———–>
One of the youth girls that I have had the joy and honour of spending time with, these last few weeks! I am going to miss her lots!!
*On a side note, I am fully funded, yet a dear friend of mine is not and could TOTALLY use YOUR help (no matter what size of donation) to help her make her next deadline by October 1!! Check out her latest blog at
http://marieolson.theworldrace.org/
Trust me, you will be blessed by simply even reading the blog!!**
