Day 5:
Today was the second day of VBS, and continues the repeating
schedule that we will have for the rest of the week. It rained a little bit
during the night time and morning, but was still very warm. And the sun was
very bright today! Andrew (from the Alabama team) had a very encouraging
devotion this morning, reminding us that throughout this week, we will face a
lot of trials, but we should always turn to God and know that he may use these
trials to create something better in the future.
It was also the second day of construction, one team working
on a stairway, one painting a wall, and the other digging up the remaining
weeds in front of the church which will eventually have concrete poured over. I
was helping with the digging, and every single person put all of their strength
into getting it done. It’s amazing how much strength God has provided all of
us.
BCE joined us for a big lunch and then we headed to set up
for VBS. Today we were fortunate enough to have it at a Trinity Methodist School
which is right next to the church. We didn’t have as many kids as yesterday,
but I think that with a smaller number, it was easier to handle. I taught the
lesson today to three boys, along with Mei-Yun, and it went much better than I
thought because I was scared to teach. But I know that God was with me while
teaching these young boys about coming to Jesus whenever they go through
trials. Coincidentally like Andrew’s devotion.
Although we haven’t known everyone for that long, it feels
like we are a family who was meant to come together to spread the love of
Jesus. I am so thankful for all the work and energy that everyone puts in to
everything, and how we can talk about our lives and also laugh together.
During the night, we spent time together going over our
testimonies, which we will need to share to the kids at VBS on Wednesday. It
was really great to take turns and hear everyone’s testimony and get to know
them on a deeper level. I’m grateful that we’ve been able to open up to each
other, and it really does feel like a family.
Prayer requests:
-continuous energy every day (but rest when needed)
-remind ourselves to turn to God when we’re tired, weak or
hurting
-that more kids will show up to VBS tomorrow!
-prepare our lessons well and teach them by heart, not by
reading the handout
-BCE, who does TWO VBS every single day
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