hijo deri rombro din (yesterday was a GREAT day!)
Yesterday was a great great day. First of all, my friend that I disciple everyday came to clean the house for the person she works for upstairs. It meant soo much to me to see how excited she was that I was back. She almost cried. And the first thing she asked was, can we have Bible study today? Wow. That was so encouraging to me. Sometimes it is hard to feel like you are “accomplishing anything ” here.. but you know what, I am realizing that is a selfish desire– a want to see what “I am doing”. (how often are we like that). This is not how the king of kings operates. He wants us to trust the BIG story that is writing and be whatever kind of character he wants to write us as, to play whatever role. What if God called me to leave everything behind to come here and disciple this one young girl. Is that worth it? If God is the author of my story and I am willing to not try to write my own.. YES! (ok.. sorry that was a little side tangent) So we met and went through 1 Corinthians chapter 6.. it was just so awesome. We are going to continue meeting everyday. I think I am learning more then she is.
Then it was so nice because i had time to go walking down our street and it was amazing to see how excited people were that i was back. I laughed as this one particular shopkeeper today me (in nepalee) that next time I leave I have to pack her in my bags. hehehe.. she’s a pretty husky woman to. It felt great to just walk around the streets and love these people!
So then I went to the post office and got to go to the main post office to get 4 packages. Glory– it felt like christmas and I have never felt so special.. or so excited. I was grinning like a child. The main post office is quite an experience that I really wish you could see for yourself.. but with alot of smiling, trying to smooze in nepalee I got my packages, and they did not take anything out– it was all there! Glory! I felt so loved by God and the people at home as I walked to the taxi. I am soo blessed by you all. And the way these packages were packed with such love. Thank you soo much. I will be sending you individual e-mails… but thank you soo much Debbie and Don (my favorite adopted family) , my amazing aunt laura, sandra rose who has become my own personal cheerleader/encourager, and of course my wonderful mom … who got the perfect things in such a way that it made me feel like I was at wal-mart picking it out with her! 🙂 I waited until I got home to open them, and when i spread it all out on the table I cried. Who would have thought that I would ever get so excited about a package of chili-o mix and some soap. But glory.. mahima.. i felt so loved and sooo excited. Thanks to these new things.. my teammate nathan expects me to bring him hot blueberry muffins this morning 🙂
So I was thinking– you know what the best thing about those packages were.. the love that were gone into the packing of the. That the person who sent them loved me and picked out exactly what was to go in there to “fit me”. so.. God is the same way– he gave us our outer shell (our body) and it may not always look the best, like the outer box of some of the packages i got looked a little dented, or like they had traveled across the world– but they were lovingly packed inside. God has lovingly packed our insides also– with himself, and with the specific gifts and talents that he knew we would need to be a blessing when we are opened by others.. hhmm…
Thank you thank you thank you
Jenn,
Wow, this posting contains so many spiritual insights. I’ve reread it several times to make sure I remember them. Thank you for sharing what God is teaching you.
I’m so glad your box of goodies reached you with everything intact. When I mailed the box, I didn’t realize you would be gone when it arrived. I prayed that God would get it there safely and protect the contents until you returned. I think the timing of your special gifts is another precious reminder that God knows exactly what we need when we need it.
I have been praying that God would give you a special hug when you returned to Nepal. I felt like it would be a difficult adjustment to go back into a place of such spiritual darkness and oppression after being surrounded by Christian brothers and sisters and the luxurious pampering you received during your stay at the Thailand resort.
It sounds to me like He has answered my prayers, and you are feeling His loving arms around you in an especially big hug!
You are very loved by our Father and by so many people all over the world.
And by me too!
Sandra
Jenn,
I have read your blog entry and enyoyed it so much. I pray for you all the time. We are so proud of you and the work you are doing. T.J. is teaching me to use the computer. This is something for a 77 year old woman. She is a wonderful teacher and has plenty of patience. Love,
Mumzie
Jenn,
I am so happy for you! I am glad God has answered all our prayers! You should get your package from us soon, and we will send the “special” one soon! The last package we sent was a week after Sandra sent hers! Lottie Moon is tonight! Gotta go! Mom is going nuts! Love you!
michelle.. i am so sorry to hear about your angry foot.. hehehe.. you could go visit your podiatrist but i would not be there to hold your hand! i am also excited about your dog sitting job.. give boo a hug for me.. you know he loves me.
and i do more.
i get leo back this morning.. i can’t wait
wooops. not sure how that last comment got posted.. it’s really really old.. so don’t try to figure it out michelle 🙂
Hi Jenn,
Your post was full of spiritual nuggets! I am happy you’ve been so blessed I love you! You are my best friend! I thank God for you!
Were you surpised to get a comment from Mumzie?
Jenn,
Just wanted to let you know what a blessing you are to me every time I ready your blog. You have no idea how many times the Lord has used you to minister across the world from right where you are.
You are a mighty princess warrior!
Love you
Denise
Hey girl-I am so excited! Mom and I are getting your surpises ready, and hope to mail them tomorrow! You tell Nathan I said not to eat all your muffins! lol!
Mom took today off to recoporate from Lottie. Hers and Margaret’s parts of the event went well praise the Lord! Your prayer letter was great! Hey would you mind e-mailing Amy Howell an encouraging note? I think she really needs some love right now! Thanks girl! I love you so much!
Hello Miss Beautiful! It was so fun to see a new post from you and to hear about how sweet our Father’s loving you. I miss you a ton and I am so proud of you!!