On our way to Managua, we rejoiced that we have welcomed 156 souls into the family of God. Almost every one of these people was personally talked to, so we were blessed to watch the transforming power of salvation on many of their faces. Gloria a Dios!!
Before leaving church in Jinoetga, we were humbled that they honored each of us with a gift to thank us for the opportunity to serve.
Team on the way to last clinic. We are comitted to finishing well and are confident Divine appointments await us.
Traveled 2 hours from base today to a small town no US medical team has ever been to. The people waiting in line when we arrived were the poorest of the poor.
The medical team served 369 patients, almost running out of medicines. The illnesses and skin conditions were some of the worst we've seen in several years.
Alongside our Nicaraguan brothers and sisters,
A few leaders from the Foursquare church in Jinotega joined us and it was such a blessing, because of the number of people we needed to pray for and share the Gospel with.
While being treated, we discovered this 3 month old girl didn't have a name. The mother gave us the privilege to name her -- we chose Ruth Grace. She then completed the birth certificate.
A view coming down the mountain on our way home.
There was bible story time, but some time for fun as well.
One of the Nicaraguan teachers who teaches worship dance prepared something special for VBS.
Praying over 40 plus children who said they wanted to serve as leaders in the Church. One little girl named Janel, at 8 is the children's worship leader and leads a small group of 9 girls. Her passion for God was humbling.
Today we do get to hold VBS and will lengthen our time with children until 3pm. We knew we had a long day ahead, but we were filled with anticipation.
VBS rocked today. 253 children had the time of their lives. Our Nicaragua teammates were fantastic and so well-prepared. For being in a new area, we were impressed with their energy and enthusiasm. 23 children gave their lives to Jesus and we thank the Lord for holding off a downpour until all the kids had been loaded on the buses.
We also enjoyed a meal prepared by ladies of Foursquare Church 3.
Friday required us to put "flexibility" in action. The school where we were supposed to hold the first day of vbs declined to honor their permission, so we drove an hour and a half to Esteli to do a clinic. From noon to 5 we treated 250 patients.
During today's clinic, we had two special prayer times. One lady had a blood sugar level of 400. After prayer it cam down 100 points. Another lady has terminal cancer, but we rejoice that she accepted Christ and now will never taste death.
29 people accepted Christ today,so even though the VBS surprise change happened, the day had eternal significance.
We were blessed to be able to treat 232 patients at a new Foursquare church in Sebeco. However we rejoice in the 9 people who opened their heart to Jesus. We had to hold the clinic outside, for there is only land, no sanctuary yet. Praise God, the rain held off till everyone was treated and prayed for.
The prayer area was alive with the presence of God at Thursday's clinic in Sebeco. People were hungry for a touch from the Lord. When asked, "What do you want Jesus to do for you today?" He responded, "To change my life." After more conversation, he received Christ and it was evident the change had begun.
As one group prepared bags of medicinces this morning,another group held a teacher training for serving with us at the VBS. It was exciting to see leaders from two towns filled with anticipation. At the conclusion of the training,their was a time of consecration and asking the Holy Spirit to fill us with with more of Him so we can lavish thr children with His love.
The team has arrived safe and sound. All medicines and supplies were approved at customs...Praise the Lord! We are on the bus for a 3 hour ride to Jinotega and looking forward to the cooler mountain air. To be continued...
