Our Haiti team was to leave today. Yesterday was a day of destruction in Haiti. Even as the news was appearing there were two clear impressions on my heart and mind. One, Whew! I’m sure glad our folks hadn’t left yet. And, two, Oh My! What about all those folks in Haiti.
Since then I’ve learned of several friends who were already in Haiti when this happened. Some were right in the heart of the damage. So far as I’ve been able to discover, they are all okay. For that I’m grateful. And they are providing much needed ministry. I’m grateful for that as well.
How quickly…and unexpectedly…life can change. I can’t help but think that there are things I need to say to loved ones. There are folks out there that I really hope will come to know Christ and I don’t know if they have years of opportunity ahead of them or only minutes. I’ve even reflected on how grateful I am that my life is in the hands of God and my confidence in Him remains in tact.
Please, join me in praying for people in Haiti. And, giving thanks for the protection of many. And, for those who need to know Jesus–both here and there. And, for yourself, that you will get all those things said that need said…in time.
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This is so true…. you do not know what tomorrow will bring or if it will come. Only god knows what is in store for us…. and it may not be what we had in mind.
Thanks for the reminder!