It is always good to take some time to thank the Lord for the ways that He provides for us. I don't think I have ever been so aware of the grace that He shows each day in sustaining life. Of course this provision looks very different in Haiti than it does in New Hampshire. For example, each morning Beverly and I go out to the well to fill up the buckets for washing water. In this unique way God provides for this basic need.
As I have noted earlier, everything in Haiti is subject to change. We make plans with the understanding that the only certain thing here is that anything can happen. For example, every afternoon during our "tutoring" sessions with the older students we have been trying to give them some time on computers to explore the world through technology. They enjoy researching their favorite soccer players or looking at pictures of far away places. These plans are often changed as the power will go off sometimes for days at a time. And still, the Lord provides for our needs. When there is no power we enjoy playing large card games or just sit around practicing our English by talking together with these amazing teenagers. Here in Haiti I have been so impressed with the constant spirit of thankfulness that these children demonstrate. After living through multiple disasters and being left at an orphanage, they have been blessed with an inner power that allows them to show thankfulness for even the smallest of blessings. What an important perspective- to be thankful for each moment, each interaction, each display of God's grace and mercy. Below is a picture of the sun setting over Port Au Prince, and again I am thankful for this provision of beauty in creation. Thank you for your continued love and involvement as the Lord provides more occasions to grow and learn from Haiti! Love in Christ, Jessie
thank you for sharing mess! what a beautiful sunset
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Yes, my darling.... We take so much for granted. Water is a blessing, and yet how often do we thank
ReplyDeleteGod for it? Your children are learning such a wonderful lesson.... graditude. And to be able to use "down times" such as having no electricity to enjoy simple pleasures....is a blessing indeed. Your young people actually are blessed...in the midst of their trials and sufferings.... for they will have a sweeter appreciation of God's Mercies than most others. Again, thank you, for allowing God to have His way with you. To Him be the Glory! \0/ Much love, Gram xo