Sunday worship/home visits

Today we went to Pastor Saul's church to worship. It was really nice and Sidney translated for us. She and Carlos gave their testimony about the work they are doing in Costa Rica. Powerful work for God's kingdom!! After lunch, we went to the landfill to visit the people ( By the way men, the addition on the church in the landfill looks great!!) There were about 30 of us (counting Pastor Saul's family, translators etc!!) that divided into four groups. We got to visit about 15 houses and it was great! There was a lot of chatter, specific prayers, many photographs, and little trinkets given to the children. There was fun and laughter, serious conversation and tears. And yes, there was the joy of The Lord on many faces! But it is not easy to witness life on these terms. In our devotion time tonight, Dawn reminded us to not be discouraged nor dismayed but to remember Philippians 4:8..." Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things." We were reminded that all of us are pressing toward the mark of Christ. We all have very different races to run, with different struggles for each one of us. It is our responsibility to help each other reach the finish line well. So, We will love the Lord God with all of our heart, soul and strength and we will love our neighbors as ourselves!!

Sue B.   6/2/13