We walk around here, no bus or taxis. During our walk to the foundation to meet Tom, our eyes were opened to many things. For example, about ten minutes into our walk we witnessed an elderly man fall to the ground letting his cane land on the curb. He was having an attack. In appearance it was similar to a seizure. Our men helped him sit up and questioned him about how he was feeling and where he was going. He was hungry and was searching for his wife after missing his bus stop. My team was quick to fill his hands with snacks and water. The rest of the way was pretty peaceful aside from fighting cars to cross the street. I'm not sure there's a system here for safe driving... They'll take you out real quick, no second guessing.
Tom is amazing. He has this energy that makes you want to shout with joy and such a strong bond with the Lord that makes you want to know Him on a much deeper level too. He shared many awesome stories about the location we are in and how God is working around here. The foundation is surrounded by witches, prostitution, drugs, and homeless people. We were told stories that naturally should scare the daylight a out of you, but it didn't. We are confident that the Lord sent us here for a beautiful purpose and nothing can scare us away from completing what He has called us to do.
We painted the foundation today and man... That was a task. Jess, Kayla and I were assigned the bathrooms. I have NEVER been in smaller bathrooms than these before. Every wall we painted I ran into before it was dry trying to make my way around. Needless to say I got pretty messy ! It was all fun though.
Highlight of the day:
Feeling his presence like never before. We stopped what we were doing for a bit when we heard Good Good Father playing. This was Toms first time ever hearing this song and he was in deep with God for a moment with arms stretched wide. I joined along with Jess while everyone else was busy at work. We were in a perfectly lit location between the walls of an office and a storage closet. White walls... I'll remember them forever.
It's only 3:21, we are now getting ready for church tonight. There are two services and Chagy will be performing at both, with the little kids and the young adults. Also, just got word that there's a young women's event going on tomorrow and us ladies will get to minister to the women here our age. So excited for this!
Prayer needs:
Pray that our ears are completely open to what the Lord is saying and that we submit completely to Him so that he can use us well and fully as we minister to the people of Colombia tonight.
With much love,
Araceli
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