We had a chance to sleep in a bit this morning, but the guys were up early ready to start the day. After breakfast, we sat outside and had a nice devotion entitled "Declare Great Things" from Luke 24:33-35, Isaiah 26 and 1 John 4. It was a great reminder to speak boldly about Jesus.
Nairobi traffic was pretty light and we made good time going to the airport for our flight to Kigali. We had a great prayer time on the ride, reminding us that this trip is about doing God's will, not ours.
The flight went well and we were met by Claude from the PEACE office. A short thunderstorm poured on us on the way to our guest house. We spent time with Moses, and settled into the house. It has a nice view overlooking a valley with many green, rolling hills in the distance.
We had a very sobering visit to the Genocide museum. This is John's first time to Rwanda and the reality of what the people here experienced in 1994 really made an impact. Reading books is one thing but visiting the memorial and hearing first hand accounts makes it real, the best history lesson he has ever had. Even as my 4th visit to the museum, it is still difficult.
We went into town and took care of some logistics - got Rwanda Francs, air time for phone and modems and lots of water. We had a great meeting at the PEACE office about "our plans" here and worked out a few details. Praise God, the translation of the CR materials is complete and God willing we will see printed copies before we leave.
We had a nice dinner at Chez Rogers and now are back at the house blogging then will hit the hay pretty soon as the jet lag is kicking in. Tomorrow is election day for local elections and has been declared a holiday so we have a light day to rest up and get ready for our 2 seminars next week.
Please pray for good rest, health and connection with friends.
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Thanks Jana. Tell my dear sweet husband I'm missing him mightily.
ReplyDeleteWe are all praying for your safety and for God's great will to be done in magnificent ways.
Love you all,
Jana L
Hey Team,
ReplyDeletePraying for all of you as the trials of the trip set in. You are about a mighty work, or things would be going a lot easier for you. Tell John we love him and are praying for him earnestly. Rest well. I know your faith will keep you strong. Love you all
So thankful for your blog! I will be reading it entirely... We are praying for your trip and eager to talk later in the month!! Know God is using you in powerful ways... Blessings on each of you!!
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