“1:30am like clockwork, and then 3:30am the next one--roosters”, said Steve. He continued: “By 5am it was quiet, but soon the vehicles came rolling in to the courtyard. These people (church members of La Fe Church in Plan de Ayala) gather like clockwork…to pray and fast for a great harvest for their upcoming evangelistic series.” Their dedication to doing the Lord’s work made a deep impression on Steve.
Steve shared that during one of the devotionals I put out this thought: maybe our attitude, the one we build this church with, might be what is left there as a lasting influence when we leave. Our attitude (that was seen by the local people and church members alike) would be a legacy and its impact could be positive or negative. Steve said that “it was a harmonious build and we left the area with a sweet spirit”.
This influence culminated with the communion service on our last Sabbath spent with the Peñitas church members. “We were poured on with rain, but filled with a sweet spirit”, Steve remarked. He emphatically said that we will celebrate with them again.
Blessed to serve,
Lynda
"And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.” Colossians 3:17
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men… It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” Colossians 3:23
“If you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose.” Philippians 2:1-3
"But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” Galatians 5:22-23
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