Imagine the hardest rain that you have witnessed and we are probably experiencing something similar this morning. We are in a building with a tin roof and it is so loud that a person not used to the noise would have a very difficult time sleeping.
This morning, though, my heart breaks for the people in this area who are living on the edge of a street in a makeshift tent. Estimates are given from hundreds of thousands to over a million that are homeless. Others estimate that at least 200,000 of the people living in the streets or in their yards are simply afraid of their homes that are in safe enough conditions that they could sleep inside. They are scared. They see broken concrete all around them and then see cracks in their homes. Many times these are just surface cracks but it does not matter to them. They are scared. I am wondering this morning how they are responding to the rain. Will God use the rain to push them towards their home. Can you imagine a fear so strong that you would live your family in a pouring rain that has no been going on for about 30 minutes? If you can imagine that then you can catch a glimpse of what we are finding here in Haiti.
Last night we had an experience that also puts things into perspective here in Haiti. We heard a dog squeal - much like you would when a dog gets injured really bad. I went outside to investigate and noticed over the back wall of our compound a group of people circled around something. It was the dog. Later that night that same group of people had a Voodoo service directly behind us. This was a group who had mixed Catholic teachings with Voodoo. Our enemy is real and the people here are caught in his grasp.
I've been thinking about Ephesians 6 for the past few hours. Our battle is not with what we are able to see here with our eyes, feel with our hears or touch with our hands. Our battle is a supernatural one that we need to fight on our knees. I am thankful for your prayers. They are more than appreciated for the people of Haiti - they are necessary. If we don't see unity from all believers in the long-term response then it will be a futile battle.
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Praying for you and your team. Also for all the people who are suffering so much, it breaks my heart. I know your work there is blessing everyone you come into contact with. Jeanna and kids are doing fine. Love you.
Dear Daddy,
We love and miss you sooo much! We are praying for you through out our days: that God will work within the hearts of the people, that they will see that He is the only way for total security, strength and peace and that He will keep all of you healthy, safe, strong and focused on Him. It sounds like God is really working in Haiti, He is so good. We are thankful that you and the others are there to share His goodness. Everyone is doing great now, feeling tremendously better and strong. No need to worry a bit about us. Keep on sharing as He leads you!
Much love, Jeanna, Kelsey, Jacob, Evelynn and Lydia.
Praying for you, Kevin!! Thanks for updating us while you're there. May the peace of God, that is more than we can understand, guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus!
See you soon!
Margie
Kevin,
Sounds like you had a very eventful beginning to your trip. Glad your bag found you. Mike and I just want you to know you are in our prayers. May God grant you courage, wisdom and strength for the days to come. We are praying that the Lord will rebuke the evil that surrounds you and fill you with His spirit to share the Gospel with His lost children. Keep up the good fight. Please know that we will check on Jeanna and the kids. Stay safe. In His Love, the Bowens
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