Molly and I had a good time of prayer this morning too. It is nice to have that time together to talk over the work we are doing together, check in with each other about how to proceed, and also to support each other in every day life things.
Raising two kids is a lot of work, especially when they come from such a different culture. On top of that Jennifer, the girl who just started college, has needed hours and hours of help with homework. Molly has her hands full. I am honored to support her, whether that be as an ear to listen or a voice to pray or an adult to babysit while she continues the eternal search for a reliable car in Honduras.
Last night I did a bunch of assignments that were recommended to me by a lady from Honduran Fellowship. She provides support for missionaries here, in Honduras. I took a Briggs Myers personality test. I came out as a counselor. Not surprising. Another thing I learned it that only 2% of the population views things as I do, which explains a lot. No wonder I feel misunderstood so frequently.
I also did a test about motivational gifts. The purpose is to learn where your strengths lie in serving others. Turned out my gifts are in the areas of encouragement and mercy, with a little bit of prophecy thrown in there.
I was not surprised I am not a teacher. I have been saying that since 1997 when I was working as a teacher's aide and everyone said I should teach. Teaching is not my gift.
Also didn't score high on administration and ruling. Although I can step up when necessary, I prefer to be more behind the scenes.
I was a little surprised that I am not gifted in giving. Living in Honduras has taught me that giving can cause problems. Big ones. So probably my desire to give has shifted due to the vast problems that giving can cause here.
The thing that struck me as I looked over these results is that I believe if Molly took this exam, her strengths would fill in exactly where I am not as strong, and my strengths will compliment her as well. She is going to take the test to see if I am right.
Today I learned that I have a new monthly sponsor! That was exciting news. The person also wants to give an offering to my church. What a huge blessing, to both the church and to me. Sometimes (many times) God blesses us in the most unexpected ways. (Insert smiley face here)
Right after we got done singing to Pastora Ruth and blowing out the candles of her cake, there was a big ruckus outside. People were carrying torches and marching down the boulevard yelling "Unite village!" Before we left Pastor Paysen checked the internet. The march had ended peacefully and the people had dispersed, so it was safe for us to go home.
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| I did not take this photo, but it gives you a glimpse of what I saw |
It was impactful seeing all of those people marching and yelling with their torches and banners in the streets. There have been several large protests (manifestaciones) here lately. Thankfully, the people protesting are more educated and less likely to use violence. They are from the "Anti-Corruption Party". In Honduras there are a million parties in the presidential race. And, yes, one is called the Anti-Corruption Party. To me, it is sad that such a party needs to exist. They actually had a strong presence in the last election.
For the past few weeks news has been coming out about the president doing many corrupt things. The newspapers are publishing evidence. So far nothing has really happened, as far as I know. There were false rumors of another coup d'etat like in 2009. I wasn't too worried, but I sure am glad that didn't happen. I must admit, the protests are making me even more happy that I will spend most of July in the US. It doesn't seem like they will stop any time soon. I just pray they remain peaceful.
