Falling Fast...

Nicaragua has been such an amazing experience. We are finally settling in, and getting into the swing of things. We are falling in love with this country, and all its people.

Today as a team, we went to Lester, our translator’s church. The church is nothing like we are used to. When we walked in, we were welcomed and instantly felt loved and at home. We found our seats and began to sing. People were so excited and enthusiastic to worship God. The people went crazy, singing and dancing full of joy. Although we didn’t understand the words, we could still worship because we all had one thing in common, a love for God. This reminded us about a verse in Revelations that talks about all nations worshipping together. Revelation 7:9 says “After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one count, from every nation, tribe, people, and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes, and were holding palm branches in their hands.” It was an unforgettable moment, which we will never forget. The people here are so full of love, and invest their time in meaningful relationships. As the singing went on, an elderly Nicaraguan lady came up to Jamo, put her hand against his chest, and starting praying for him. This lady didn’t speak English, but she really felt the urge to pray for and with him. Nicaraguans are just so caring for others, as this lady and Jamo were complete strangers but still shared an incredible moment together.

Our team went to this beautiful beach today, on the Pacific Ocean. We had a lot of fun swimming in the waves, embracing the saltiness of the water, sharing a delicious meal and most importantly, laughing together. It was a relaxing afternoon, and just what we needed to prepare us for a long week ahead of us.

When we returned to the Nehemiah Center, we watched a movie called Reporando. It is a documentary about Guatemala, and how relationships are affecting their community. This movie ties in with what we are doing at the school, Centro de Fe. Our friendships are impacting us and them greatly, aiding us all in our relationship with God, and how we live our lives.

Malorie McGrail

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Megan Baars