Two years ago I thought:
- I would be much farther along in Spanish than I am now.
Now I know:
- Language learning takes a long time, I'll get it if I keep plugging away.
Two years ago I thought:
- I would never be able to make friends without speaking the language
Now I know:
- That the verse about a man being friendly to have friends proves itself out especially when there is no way for clear communication. A friendly act reaches the heart more than words ever can.
Two years ago I thought:
- It would be hard to relate to the Uruguayan believers.
Now I know:
- The Holy Spirit Who abides in me, helps me know no stranger among other Christians. He is the bond we all share. And though I don't understand all aspects of their culture and heritage I can relate to them as one who has been redeemed by the precious blood of Jesus Christ!
Two years ago I remember:
- An excited group of believers welcoming us to the next phase of our ministry.
- Being overwhelmed by the language.
- Being very preoccupied with the safety of my kids.
- Being excited about everything new.
- Wishing I could take a hot bath.
- Wishing I could sit in an air-conditioned church.
- Hoping our container would arrive in time for Christmas.
- Thanking the Lord for Bill and Judy Baltzersen and their help to us.
- Thanking the Lord for the Perez'.
- Crying as we took Bill and Judy to the airport.
- Wondering if I would ever be able to make it here already my heart was longing for the things I knew.
- Doubting I'd ever be able to cook anything that tasted good from scratch.
I have learned a lot more this past year than the year before. I know God has strengthened us, upheld us, and guided us. I love the Lord more now than I did two years ago. My passion has grown to see others love Him too. I see all the ways the Lord was meeting my needs for today in the trials of the yesterdays. And I praise the Lord once again for another year serving Him on the mission field!
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