Yesterday was not as productive as the day before within our team. We were in an area that had a strong Catholic presence and there were many that told us that only God would know who would and would not go to heaven. We spent a good amount of time trying to make them understand that we can know because we can trust the creator of the universe to keep all that he promises.
Though the people we shared with were more of a challenge, the area we were in was also humbling. Many lived about 4km down a difficult dirt and rock road that only a 4 wheel drive and goat cart can make it down. Most of the homes did not have electricity or even floors. It’s humbling every time we come as to how much we do have back and the amount that we still think we need.
I am also humbled by how faithful God is to the harvest when the workers are plentiful. May we all cast off our comfort and get motivated to seek the lost.
I have watched plumbers, welders, factory workers, garbage men, bankers, teachers, teenagers, and yes, even pastors give up their comfort, their time, and sometimes even their own humility in order to proclaim the gospel.
Each of us should ask ourselves, what will we give up for the least of these?
As I read all the postings, I am remembering all the loving people of Kings and how wonderful it is to hear what they are doing for God and what He is doing through them in Honduras. I have a prayer request for you all–we got a call this evening from one of our congregation who knows Royce and Glenda Hester. Royce is in Barnes and had lung cancer surgery today. Pray for his recovery and for Glenda as they go this this time. Love to you all.
That’s a great reminder, Rich. Thanks for the encouragement.