We have had a wonderful weekend. Yesterday,we went to the grocery store to buy LOTS of food for the people in Sendai. We have never bought that much food! Since the government advised people not to hoard food and buy only as needed, we had to tell others that we were buying them for the people who were affected by the earthquake and tsunami. Some people gave us food which was a blessing. We have been amazed by the generosity of the people of Japan. When we came home, the pastor’s kids helped us to box them up. We all wrote messages and prayers on the boxes to encourage the recipients. We used some of the money that you have donated. THANK YOU! We are sure they will be used to bless the people who have been hungry. In partnership with the local churches in Sendai, we will continue to buy food and supplies for those in need.
My dad rode a bus to Sakata to see us and also to pick up my brother’s car which was filled with food that we bought for those in need. We had a very special time together. We laughed, prayed, and cried a lot together. Seeing my dad hold Luke makes me smile and cry at the same time. We are thankful for the time that we had together. Before my dad left, the pastor led the devotional time. He read Psalms 121 and it comforted and encouraged us so much. As my dad drove off, he told me to be strong like my mom. I have been crying a lot but I know I have to be strong for my baby boy. Please continue to pray for God’s strength as we continue this journey.
Today was such an amazing day. We were able to be a part of the worship service in Sakata. It is a small house church, but they all have big hearts for God. I played the piano and Michael shared his testimony. Praise God for using us in the midst of difficult times. We shared that many of you are praying for Japan and Japanese people. We spent some time to pray for the people of Japan. It has been a very difficult week for many of us. Earthquake, tsunami, and now radiation… But we still believe God is in control and He will use these situations to open the hearts of the Japanese people.
