As John and I with the family continue to serve God here in Nicaragua there is much time for self reflection and inner soul searching. I would venture to say that when this is all over I will have a much better understanding of who I really am and how people really see me as a person and representative of Jesus Christ. I find myself constantly telling the children to mind their behavior. The thing is, down here the only reputation we have is the one they see. We are unable to explain ourselves, our words, or our actions. What we do and how we do it is the only connection the people here have with us. It has boiled down to the simple behaviors we really didn't think much about in the states. If one of the kids talks with a rude voice, or pushes another, or retaliates against a child who is getting on their nerves. All these actions or reactions are watched and looked upon and judged by those around us. We are supposed to be servants of God. I have always wanted our children to behave well, but it was for different reasons. Now, I am having to teach the kids the message of their behavior affects what people think about Christianity. The last thing I want to do down here is become the stumbling block for a new believer or unbeliever. Once again, I am humbled at what God has asked us to do here in Nicaragua and am continually being reminded that it needs to be for His glory. In our weakness, God will be shown stronger.
To God be the Glory!
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