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Day 8 in Cuba

We have just come off and incredible weekend, and it is day 8 of the mission trip in Cuba.  Thank you to all who have been praying for this trip, the mission team and the impact it will have on those we serve.  Please don’t stop praying.


Last week Alex and I served with a mission team in the mountains of southern Cuba.  There were several challenges, but God gave us safety, provision and opportunity to serve some of the sweetest people I have ever met.  No running water… sporadic electricity generated by a small, logo dammed up river, no transportation other than animals, limited food sources and more.  These people love the Lord and sharing their faith with others.


Over the weekend we made our way back to Havana.  On Friday our vehicle broke down leaving us on the side of the road for several hours.  We then boarded a bus and rode 14 hours.  We arrived safely and even got some rest.


Sunday was so, so good.  We visited two partner churches.  In the morning we were with one church that was celebrating their 25th anniversary.  It was off the chain and great.  Love these people of Ebenezer Church many of whom are part of the sports ministry.  In the evening we visited Pastor Vladimir’s Villanueva Church deep in Havana that was also good.


The week ahead not only will bring some opportunities to connect with friends and possible new partners to see sports ministry increase as well as the other ways we can serve.  We will also be part of a pickle ball camp where I hope to learn how to play.  That is yet to be seen.


Before I leave you, I’d like to share a little of something God gave me this morning.  It is a few verses that stuck out and reminded me that God has called us to be light in the darkness.  It is my desire to stay even when there is a struggle, to share even when it is hard and to be strong in the Lord.


It’s the responsibility of the church of Jesus Christ to shine His light and not to embrace the darkness. He still changes us so we can be part of changing the world. Stay in the struggle. Kick out the darkness. Let His light shine through you. 


Isaiah 9:2 CSB

“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; a light has dawned on those living in the land of darkness.”


Isaiah 60:2 CSB 

“For look, darkness will cover the earth, and total darkness the peoples; but the Lord will shine over you, and his glory will appear over you.”



Isaiah 60:22 CSB 

“The least will become a thousand, the smallest a mighty nation. I am the Lord; I will accomplish it quickly in its time.”


Have a great week.   Thank you for your prayers.  Let me know how I can pray for you.  The e-devotions will come to you only a few times this week while I am still serving in Cuba.

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