As promised, allow me to share some stories with you from my trip that have literally changed my life forever. I'll start with just one tonight.
I met Alex on Thursday, as we showed up at the orphanage where he lived. The moment we entered the door of the home, the children all turned their attention toward us. They had been watching a video in their classroom and instantly they popped up and came to the waiting area to greet us. Clothed in a little green sweatshirt came a small guy with a few front teeth missing. It was Alex. With his big smile he gave me a five and then scooted in closer for a hug.
We began our program for the kids and they had a blast. After one of our skits, they began to say, "otro vez" over and over again which in spanish which means, "another time". So we gave them what they wanted. They laughed with us and had a good time. After the presentations of our dramas and skits, we gave them toys, candy and the Book of Hope in their language. It was like Christmas. Little kids were leafing through the Bible's that we had given them - their own personal copy - and then we showed them the Godman video. Many of the children were glued to the tube as they watched the gospel presented to them (pictured above is Alex watching the Godman). The entire morning was incredible.
As we were leaving the home, I really felt led to pray a prayer over Alex. I called our interpreter Jesse Frank over to help me and I began to pray. I really believe that the Spirit of God was speaking to me, telling me that I needed to pray over this young man because God has some incredible plans for his life. I really believe that he could be the one who God uses to revolutionize Mexico for Jesus! So I prayed (see picture to the right). I don't think I will ever forget this experience. I don't think I will ever forget the morning that we spent with so many children who wanted nothing from us except love. It was awesome to be God's hands extended to those children who so desperately need the love of Christ. It was an experience that God has forged on my heart and I promise that I will never ever forget it.
