As I washed my hands today, the porcelain white sink quickly turned to a dark brown as I rinsed off the day. I watched as the dirty water raced down the drain and out of my sight. Rather than being disgusted, I was overwhelmed with thankfulness. Thankfulness that I get to experience reality. Thankfulness that God has removed barriers of being untouchable. As children of an Almighty God, we are called to serve one another in love and to offer grace and mercy to everyone. This can seem unfathomable and difficult at times... But I have found that the more you let go of hindrances, the more room God has to come in and flood your heart.
We have spent the past week visiting various different communities around the area and praying for discernment in where God needs us to immerse fully. I must admit, we have been a bit discouraged. We have had multiple opportunities fall through which has left us confused. Many organizations have come into Rwanda and have made HUGE impacts prior to us being here... Not to say there aren't more needs, we just want to make sure we are approaching this alongside the community. My heart has been humbled by this day in and day out. I have experienced humility in the sense that I felt like I was going to be the one that comes in and helps improve the well being of many precious souls here. What I have found in return is that they are quite capable of doing such things on their own. I have been blown away at the things God is revealing to my heart. Is it better for Westerners to come in and disrupt the Rwandans way of life? Or would it be more beneficial to encourage them in the lives they are already living? So many questions!
A seed God has planted throughout this week is possibly starting an Opportunity Program stateside for Rwandans. The more friends I make and the more conversations I have, the more I learn that these people are longing for opportunities outside of their country. Outside of the confines of poverty. They are eager to experience a college education in the states and eager to experience where these crazy Mzungu's come from :)
All this to say, I have had thoughts of developing programs both here and in America. It will be quite a bit of coming and going but I can't help but think this could be an incredible gift to my dear brothers and sisters here. I welcome all advice and wisdom on this newfound thought! I am so thankful for each one of you and value your opinion. I pray that this post finds you well and full of joy through the Holy Spirit.
BIG LOVE and plenty of grace always,
britt :)
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