I was reading this morning in Psalm 127: “Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the watchman stays awake in vain. It is in vain that you rise up early and go late to rest, eating the bread of anxious toil; for he gives to his beloved sleep.”
We continue to realize that all we do is in vain here in Peru – unless God does the building. Your prayers continue to encourage and move us towards God’s goal of using our teams to reach the precious people in these villages with the Good News of Jesus Christ.
Our team is doing well. We left home Friday morning and arrived in Lima around 10:30 PM. On Saturday, we joined up with our 4 summer missionaries who will spend the next two months in our adopted villages. We have been blessed with an amazing team! They each bring great depth in their walk with God to these villages. God has built a great team.
Yesterday we left Lima at 4 AM to make the long drive to our villages. It was a very long, hard day but God continues to show His faithfulness to our team. The roads are difficult to travel – not only because of all of the huge bumps and holes but also because of the traffic on the roads. There were a few times where we were surprised by an incoming truck coming around a corner but again – God was faithful to get us to the villages. The travel is part of the journey and we believe it is worth the struggle.
Please pray for our team members as we adjust to the altitude. We had a couple of team members get sick yesterday as we travelled. This morning is hopefully a time of rest that will help us to recover from the long day.
It is also cold here and that can make it tough for folks coming from Florida.
We are in Andamarca this morning but will be leaving for Cabana after lunch. Please pray that God helps us to reconnect with the people we met on our last trips. It is important that the people in the villages identify us with past teams so that trust will continue to build.
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Hello from Kimberly Hiser's mom...It is so great to have all these blogs to access that make us at home feel more connected and prayer-able. Thank all of you for watching out for and taking care of Kimberly. Our prayers are constant and faithful and may God bless each of you and guide you on your path and guard you fiercely! Reminding Kimberly that mom won't have internet access until June 4 as I am at GnG's and I love her wamhaamgb!
From Pam Lorenz: "Praying for the Peru team. Let Kevin know that we are all praying for him AND for you back at home holding down the fort :)"
OLA Peru Team!
I am praying for you and the people God puts in your path this week! I look forward to your next message...and hearing how the people react to "Senior Al"!
Cindy Reece
November Peru Team
From Annette's Mom and Dad: I'm glad you got to spend a few days with us in North Carolina before your arduous road trip in Peru. The trip to here must have felt like a jaunt around the block compared to your mountainous trip in Peru. I hope you remembered to bring the warm clothing and you find the adventure you've been seeking. We'll be waiting for your safe return.
Hi Kevn and team - I wanted to let you that I am praying for your teams safety. I pray God will rest His hand on all of you and give you peace and health the rest of the journey. You are missed. Liz
Hey Kevin, just wanted to let you know that Denise Hess will be picking ya'll up on your return to Orlando. I think I forgot to give you pickup details so I wanted to get you this message.
Praying for you all. Be safe and be the light of Jesus to all you come in contact with. God bless!
Shannon
Hello from Kevin's gang!
We love and miss you so much! Each of us are taking turns praying for each of you. Thank you for the updates, they always help us feel connected with how God is working around and through you. We are continuously praying for the Peruvians, that God will open their eyes and hearts to Him as they come in contact with you all.
We are all staying strong at the home front. God is good! Love you and see you soon!
Kevin - we are praying for you and the Peru team! Thanks for keeping us posted on your mission adventures! - Phillip
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