When I reflect on my time in Kenya thus far, after only a week, my heart breaks and rejoices for these people at the same time. I think about the precious kids at Injili and Mbewau that we have gotten to love on, and the twinkle in their eyes when they receive something as simple as a high five. The sheer sight of our bus on the dirt road prompts smiles, shouts, and waves. These children, living at a poverty level that no one in American can claim, are joyful. Many children do not have both parents, and know of many people that have died, yet they are joyful. They are joyful because they know that GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME. Say the phrase as many times as you want, but until you have experienced trials and tribulations, you will not have to truly put that belief into practice.
Not only are the children precious here, but the adults have such open and hospitable hearts. Their souls are so earnest to hear the good news of Jesus Christ. We have had the privilege thus far to be here when 26 people chose to become followers of Christ. Any and every sacrifice, small or large, that has gone into this trip has been more than worth it for those men, women, and children that we will be reunited with someday, if not here than in Heaven.
The harvest of souls here in Kenya is plentiful, but the workers are few. Although the number of Christ followers grows daily, more workers and resources are needed. God is doing great things here and I am glad to have an opportunity to be a part of it in a small way.
~Karen Sandifer
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