Day 6

Do you see a man skillful in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before obscure men.  - Proverbs 22:29

I have always enjoyed watching those with special gifts and skills use them to serve the Lord. This afternoon I spent working with Jerry helping build the sound panels that will help reduce the loud echo that exists in the comedor. 

As I watched him effortlessly do his work with care and excellence, I was reminded of Proverbs 22:29. I was also reminded of the other adults on this trip also "skilled in their work." Clay and Sarah both exhibited the most loving care for each patient. Kayla organized and led the VBS with patience and exuded love to the children all week. Josh led not only the youth but all of us with a shepherd's heart. He even gently shared the gospel with a young lady from England who has spent the past year teaching here.

Watching these in action is almost like watching an accomplished jazz ensemble play, each musician uniquely skilled playing a solo at the right moment all the while the surrounding musicians carry on without pause.

Another beautiful picture we saw this week is the comraderie and interaction among the youth. Each has been eager to serve and have shown maturity that I had not seen before. Of course, this has been peppered with plenty of laughs, joking, and games. That comes with the territory when you have thirteen teens together.