This year, I have been more physically comfortable than ever before. It is cooler, and for some reason, the mosquitoes have stayed away from me for the most part. I am so thankful that God has made those obstacles not a big deal or distraction at all. VBS was great again. The song for today had words that stuck out to me..”This is why I worship you, this is why I love your truth, because you are the son of God and no one can do what you do. This is why I give you praise, this is why my hands are raised. because in all the world, there is nothing to compare your glory to.” The most simple lyrics for a kids VBS can say the most wonderful things. We started painting the Parks and Recreation facility on the island. I LOVE painting. I got to trim a big section above the door. I decided I am way too much of a perfectionist to ever be a painter, but I did the best I could! At one point while I was up on the ladder, I looked away for a second to look at people, and dropped an entire cup of paint all over the ground and the door, which we had already painted. I was so mad and upset with myself. Later, I thought about how our relationship with God is the same way. When we lose focus of what he wants for us and what he is doing at work around us, then we will loose control and mess it all up. I was so encouraged and supported by some of the people in the group. I felt so uplifted every time a friend came by and told me I was doing a great job. It gave me the strength I needed to continue working and made me happy that someone was proud of me like I was proud of the rest of the people in the group. I want to be more like that to others all the time. Everyone needs encouragement..in the little things..and the big things in life. I ended up feeling kind of overheated/dehydrated after painting, but Rene’ and Anna looked out for me. I really appreciate the way Rene’ has been like a second mother to me and the rest of the group. She always puts us before herself and worries even when it isn’t necessary : ) She makes sure we have everything we need and that we are taking care of ourselves. I am going to have really hard time when she and John aren’t around college ministry anymore, but I pray they are always a part of my life. After painting we went to Maho and Scott cooked dinner for us. It was so relaxing and enjoyable to watch the sunset while we ate and enjoyed each other. Thank you, God for friends that are like family.
Favorite moments of Day 4
Painting!—talking with Rene’ and Anna and laughing a lot, being encouraged by the group, and just the physical act of exhausting all my energy by serving
Dinner at Maho overlooking the ocean- group time and doing the laundry with Rene’
Group meeting on the beach- I like hearing from everyone and reflecting on the day
Hanging out on the beach after the meeting- talking with people, listening to Doug play his guitar, soaking in the beauty of creation
Britt- Miss you and appreciate your notes of encouragement more than you know. You are an incredible friend and being here again still makes me think about the first time you and I talked for a while on the beach and I felt like I had found someone that actually cared about being real with me and taking the time to accept me exactly where I was. You are a true friend and continue to be a blessing in my life.
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