Orphanage Visits 1
Hello!
Today, we visited three orphanages in or near Guatemala City. Going into the day, we asked God to reveal Himself to us all in different ways throughout the day, such that our visits to the orphanages would be the most productive, efficient and Kingdom-driven that they could be.
As we closed tonight in a time of prayer for the future of Open Doors Orphanage, we could all see that despite being overwhelmed with information about how a few orphanages are run in Guatemala, we had all seen the Spirit revealed to us in different ways throughout the day. Some of us were spoken to about the critical need for safety, cleanliness and basic needs cared for. Others felt that God had truly shown them the importance of bonding with parental figures in the orphanages. Yet others were able to see, absorb and contemplate other aspects of orphan care, and for this we are all so thankful. We went into the day not knowing if perhaps our group was too big, if it might not work for some of the meetings we had arranged. But through our group (about 15 of us), God spoke about His will for Open Doors and began to reveal what the future holds for this beautiful place!
If it hasn’t been clear enough already this week, we have seen miracles here in Guatemala this week like many of us have never seen before. Open Doors Orphanage is no exception!! For many, many years, God has been planting the seeds for a new orphanage in Guatemala, and today, this week, these last few months- we have seen miracles happening that are leading directly to the establishment of Open Doors. Please read more about Open Doors at http://www.opendoorsorphanage.org/
Tonight, we prayed for the future of Open Doors Orphanage, and we would love for you to join us in these prayers. Pray that all the information we gather here will be used in the most effective and efficient way, and that tomorrow, as we visit two more orphanages, we would have clarity and discernment to ask the right questions and be open to the Spirit. Pray for the children who will live in the future Open Doors Orphanage, that even today they would feel the love of Christ stirring in them, preparing them for a future of hope and love. Pray for the other ministries we visited and will visit- we are so thankful for them and the opportunity to become partners in ministry with them.
Mostly, pray that we would keep our eyes fixed squarely on our one true and mighty Savior, that we wouldn’t doubt for one minute that He is greater than we can ask or imagine. Thank you all again for you prayers and love, and for reading this blog! It brings us so much joy to know you are walking along with us even thousands of miles away.
God bless!!
