The needs here are simply incredible and trying to even imagine how to tackle the need can be overwhelming. The conditions of Haiti prior to the earthquake presented enough challenges as it was. It is just difficult to grasp what the people of Haiti endure.
It has been interesting to watch the teams that are coming into serve. It does not take long to distinguish between the seasoned mission workers and those that are somewhat new in serving in this type of environment.
The seasoned worker is coming in and seeking out ways to serve. They do not have any preconceived idea of what it will take for the job to be done. They have prepared what they know and have so that they can be ready for a host of situations. If conditions are different than they had anticipated then they simply adjust. The conditions or opportunities are not going to dictate their attitude or their desire to help.
The newer worker comes in and is emotionally charged because of the overwhelming poverty and destruction that is all around them. They see multiple systems that are struggling to function with an organization that they are used to in the United States. They want to do more so they immediately began looking for opportunities "oustide the box" to help. At the same time, many of these folks lose the big picture perspective. They get critical when they get tired and they go home with a heavy burden that they should have done more.
In the big picture, God has called us all to do our part. No one government, organization, church or individual is going to meet the need of Haiti. It really is in the hands of God. I am convinced that they only hope for Haiti is for God to reach down and do a supernatural work that will redeem this country.
As I get ready to go home in the next couple of days, I am praying that God helps me keep the big picture perspective. There is a freedom in realizing that the need is too large for me and that I can only be faithful to God's calling.
I am thankful for your prayers and for having such an incredible family and church at home that allows me to serve in this way.
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Kevin--You and your team are bathed in daily prayer! I admire your hearts to follow God into a place where needs are so great! Thank you all for your sacrifice, and commitment to God as we see in Isaiah 6:8!
Jana
Enjoying your posts Kevin and praying for you and the others down there being the hands and feet of Christ. I know your family will be ready to see you soon! Safe travels...Shannon
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