a report from Cuba

Matthew 5:3 NLT

God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs.

Welcome home! Yes. I returned home from the latest Cuba mission trip late Monday, and I am excited to share with you just a little form the trip. This might seem like a little bit of overflow, and it is. I might forget some things. BUT…

God showed up. That is so, so good. The people of Cuba are open to hearing and following Jesus. That is evident not just because of the great needs they have, but it is evident because they have hope in days of crisis. I am grateful for the churches, ministries and more that are making a difference for Jesus!

The crisis continues. The lack of gasoline is the biggest thing you see. There are less vehicles on the road and less movement over all. Lots of the other things … electric vehicles, bicycles, horses and more. Electricity is sporadic as best. In the city you might only have a few hours of electricity each day. Out in the country you may go days without electricity. Further, the cost of everything has risen significantly.

Prayer is happening. Not only have you been praying, the people in the churches of Cuban have not stopped praying because they depend on God for what is next.

Times are uncertain. That might be the biggest understatement. You don’t know what the next day might bring. It could be more economic collapse or even more physical need such as sickness or buildings crumbling. Will the USA do something or the government of Cuba make changes?

Pray for the change needed in Cuba and for these awesome people. Pray for ministry to continue in sharing the Gospel and meeting needs. Pray for freedom and hope throughout Cuba and the world.

I am grateful for the moments where God showed up in the last week… sharing the Gospel with an elderly friend who seems open to Christ (pray for her)… shared a devotion with a group of baseball players that asked lots of questions… churches that continue to sing and worship God with great passion… ministry leaders who shared incredible stories. And so much more I will share later.

Thank you to each of you who prayed, who gave, who encouraged and who helped make this trip and ministry in Cuba possible. There is more to come!

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