Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget none of His benefits; who pardons all your iniquitites; who heals all your diseases; who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with lovingkindness and compassion: who satisfies your years with good things, so that your youth is renewed like the eagle. Psalm 103: 2-5
Here in India it is October 1st. It is weird to think that back home it is fall there and it is still very much summer here. So many things to do in the states, such as decorating your home for Thanksgiving. How fun!
I figured something out recently. Since being here in India, (which on the 6th will have mark a month here) the Lord has really brought me to a place of repentance, healing, and a time of getting to know my Savior in a more intimate way. A dear friend of mine gave this verse to me and it has been a huge encouragement to me, so I thought I would share it with you all. This has been a time of refinement for me, something that I would never expect to have happen in India, but the Lord knows what is best for my heart.
Things are going well here. This week is a hindu holiday celebrating Mahatma Ghandi's birthday, so the kids do not have school. I am looking forward to being with them all day and getting to know them more. We have a lot of fun games planned for them, such as Capture the Flag and Pictionary (ok,ok, i know what your thinking - it's NOT telephone pictionary).
Tutoring has been going well, too. At times it's hard to understand the way the Indian school system does things, but we are figuring things out. It has been neat to see how Namratha has really opened up with me. Two weeks ag,o she didn't say anything except "hi" and now she is sharing with me how she is struggling in school! Such a blessing she is to me.
Also, now that is October, we will be launching into the Christmas program. We have most of it planned already, but we will start getting the kids involved now. This is going to be such an awesome time of sharing Christ with all who come. Some of the kids' parents come to this event, so please be praying for their hearts! And ours as well!
Well, I guess that is all I have for now. I am thinking of you all and hoping you are all doing well! Remember: The Lord is faithful when we seek Him out!
Love you,
Rachel
Here in India it is October 1st. It is weird to think that back home it is fall there and it is still very much summer here. So many things to do in the states, such as decorating your home for Thanksgiving. How fun!
I figured something out recently. Since being here in India, (which on the 6th will have mark a month here) the Lord has really brought me to a place of repentance, healing, and a time of getting to know my Savior in a more intimate way. A dear friend of mine gave this verse to me and it has been a huge encouragement to me, so I thought I would share it with you all. This has been a time of refinement for me, something that I would never expect to have happen in India, but the Lord knows what is best for my heart.
Things are going well here. This week is a hindu holiday celebrating Mahatma Ghandi's birthday, so the kids do not have school. I am looking forward to being with them all day and getting to know them more. We have a lot of fun games planned for them, such as Capture the Flag and Pictionary (ok,ok, i know what your thinking - it's NOT telephone pictionary).
Tutoring has been going well, too. At times it's hard to understand the way the Indian school system does things, but we are figuring things out. It has been neat to see how Namratha has really opened up with me. Two weeks ag,o she didn't say anything except "hi" and now she is sharing with me how she is struggling in school! Such a blessing she is to me.
Also, now that is October, we will be launching into the Christmas program. We have most of it planned already, but we will start getting the kids involved now. This is going to be such an awesome time of sharing Christ with all who come. Some of the kids' parents come to this event, so please be praying for their hearts! And ours as well!
Well, I guess that is all I have for now. I am thinking of you all and hoping you are all doing well! Remember: The Lord is faithful when we seek Him out!
Love you,
Rachel
Dear Rachel, wow what a great blog, it's so beautiful just like you. We love to hear not only about what you are doing but also how you are growing in Christ at the same time. keep up the good work and thank you for such a great letter. Love, Dad
ReplyDeleteWhat to say to my daughter who I am so proud of, who is continually growing in her passion for the LORD and grows more beautiful every day? I know you are blessing and teaching Namratha how much she has to offer others as well. Isn't it interesting how it is not enough just to know that we are liked or accepted, but that we want to know that our presence is valuable and makes a difference? You are making a difference, Rachel, impacting many lives there as you do here. Love and hugs, Mom
ReplyDeleteRachel, we love reading your blog, and I love that you called me your "dear friend" !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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