Janell's Testimony

Janell, who said the mission trip was “one of the most awesome things I’ve done”, shared a testimony about Faith, Trust, and A Little Piece of Heaven. She continued saying that her family and friends were concerned about her safety in Mexico however Janell wasn’t worried. She had faith that God would care for her (and the entire team) and that Maranatha wouldn’t allow us to continue with this mission trip if the area wasn’t safe. God proved his faithfulness in protecting us throughout the entire trip and Janell prays that it will be a witness to her family and friends of God’s unfailing love for us.

As the team nurse, Janell had a lot of responsibility on her shoulders and she didn’t take it lightly. At one point she said: “I had an overwhelming fear of something major happening on this trip”. Janell works in a hospital environment where she feels secure because she can call a charge nurse, doctor, or call code for help. But in Mexico she didn’t have the familiar safety nets. She prayed about the situation and God reminded her that He was with her, always would be with her, and that she needed to remember to call on Him even when she felt secure.

Janell’s little piece of heaven was communion and she said it “was one of the most memorable moments” of the mission trip. She stated: “It takes away all prejudices” and that God has His people everywhere. Janell holds a dear thought in her heart…that some day she will see her Mexican brothers and sisters in heaven. She said of the communion experience in Peñitas: “It was very humbling”.

Blessed to serve,

Lynda

Psalm 121:2 “My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.”

Psalm 133:1 “How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity!”