As we near the end of our journey, it's hard to express in words how truly grateful I am for this experience! It's hard to believe that our last day of construction was today! We finished all our projects: painting classrooms, improving church pews, caulking windows, etc...and I can't help but wonder where has the time gone. In two days we return home and although it'll be nice not to have to worry about what I eat and what water is ok to drink, I can't imagine leaving Qutio and all the godliness and wonder it possesses! In just under a week, I can confidently say that I have seen God working not only through me but in my fellow teammates and the amazing congregation of Cristo Libertador! Everyone has been such a joy to work with that not even the language barrier could stop the laughter! Our week has been filled with determination, willingness, patience, positivitey...the list could go on forever! More importantly, our week has been filled with service! The 20 of us were called by God to come and be servants of Christ but the people of Cristo Libertador served us right back! It reminds me of Matthew 25:35 which says this,
"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in."
The 20 of us were strangers to these people and even though we were their to serve them, they fed us some DELICIOUS food, made sure we had water to drink, and opened up their church to us! They made us feel welcome and more importantly they made us feel loved! As a result, we have really made some great relationships with the people at Cristo Libertador and within our team! It shows me that God is present everywhere and that being a servant in Christ and having love in your heart is universal language!
Our wonderful, breathtaking view at dinner this evening!
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