Everything in Guatemala is going well! We have been visiting the different villages that we will be taking teams to when they arrive. Within the week, I’ve seen a village where the gospel has not been accepted (Bajucilito, that I mentioned in the previous post) where both the physical and spiritual poverty is overwhelming. The work to be done almost seems too much. Then I’ve also been to a village, Santa Louisa, where the gospel is thriving and a church has been planted. There are families of believers who form a strong community in the village. Their school is functioning well, they are building new homes with floors and walls, finding ways to self sustain, and are so filled with the joy of Christ. It was beautiful to me to see the difference that Christ makes in His childrens lives. This is not to say that all Christians become better off physically when they live in Christ, but Christ transforms us and when believers come together, great things happen. The progress in Santa Louisa also gives hope to what can happen in Bajucilito! Jesus is Hope. He is Life. He is Truth. And I am so humbled to be a part of His work in Guatemala. Please pray for the hearts of the people in Bajucilito to be softened and the faithfulness of the people in Santa Louisa to continue to grow.

This week we’ve also been able to experience Guatemalan culture with authentic foods and the Pacific Ocean. Enjoy the photos :)

Glori a Dios