What a day - King of Kings Lutheran in Guatemala - June 6, 2015

by Ashley Aamot | June 8, 2015 11:24 PM

We did several different things today and each one was SO powerful. The day began with a beautiful view of the volcano as we drove up the mountain to Calderas. Although we have made this drive a few times now, I don't think that any of us will tire of the views. Once we got to Calderas, we split into two groups (each with a translator and either Pastor Rafael or his wife) and went into the community and visited people in need. The photo included is of a woman named Wendy (just like one of our leaders! Coincidence, I think not) who fractured her foot. We asked her if she had anything else she would like us to pray for and she said that she was struggling to breathe and her lungs hurt. We gathered around and prayed for her and then asked how her lungs felt. A surprised and excited look crossed her face as she explained that they felt better. As she inhaled another deep breath she looked over at us in awe and amazement and said "Bastante!" or "A lot!" God is doing miracles. Needless to say, it was extremely moving and powerful. Praise God, our Healer. There are so many other stories that could be told, as each home and each person met carried a different story and moving encounter. The afternoon was filled with hours spent with the children in the community. We prepared a few songs which the kids knew better than we did, made bracelets, and heard the story of Jesus healing the paralytic (Mark 2). The children were really responsive and there were some future pastors in the crowd with inspiring wisdom. VBS wrapped up with lots of dancing (parents and Pastor Rafael included) and singing! The joy of the Lord truly was present and we felt God smiling. As if the day wasn't already incredible, after dinner we were able to pray with Pastor Rafael and his family. We prayed for them and then they circled around us and prayed for us. Once again, the Holy Spirit was moving among and within us and many tears were shed and lives truly transformed. What a blessing it was to be prayed over by such strong men and women of faith, our brothers and sisters in Christ. Tomorrow will look pretty similar (as per the schedule, however, we'll see what God has up his sleeve :)) Keep on praying because God is doing more than we could ever ask for!

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Jen Sharar

June 21, 2015 10:44 AM

Wow! Completely in awe of this team! I am certain you are changing lives through Christ. God bless you! Matthew 25:23

JACK AAMOT

June 12, 2015 10:27 PM

ASHLEY - HOW EXCITING TO READ ABOUT HOW GOD IS USING YOU GUYS AND BLESSING YOU - WE ARE COVERING YOU IN PRAYER

Pat Link

June 11, 2015 1:58 PM

So blessed to hear the steps you are taking to make a difference in the lives of the people you are serving! Keep listening and following Jesus! Hugs to everyone.

Larry Bolt

June 11, 2015 11:50 AM

What a blessing for us to see all the things you have been involved in and how you have been able to serve the people there

Toni Santee

June 10, 2015 10:55 AM

Happy Birthday Wendy McMinn!

Toni Santee

June 9, 2015 9:10 PM

Woo Hoo! It is so exciting to hear how God is moving! We serve such a big God! What a thrill to be used by Him! Praying for you all daily!!

Fred Becker

June 9, 2015 8:42 PM

We miss you Holly. Can't wait to see you and hear all about the trip.

Larry Bolt

June 9, 2015 3:43 PM

What a blessing to hear of God working through you in Guatemala. We are Tom's grandparents in Indiana and are praying for each of you. Thanks for sharing at the worship service Tom. We are delighted you are there and are anxious to see how God is going to use this experience in your life. We love you!

Roger Theimer

June 9, 2015 8:34 AM

I am so excited for you and thankful that you are watching God intervene in lives to touch people with his love. May you grow in kingdom vision as you see how he moves! May you be bold to give the good news of Jesus to those he is preparing for you!

Terri Hitsman

June 9, 2015 7:51 AM

Great stories you guys - thanks for sharing! We're so proud of you for being obedient to God's call and here at home we're praying for each and every divine appointment you will have in Guatemala. Blessings to all of you!

Julie Eesley

June 9, 2015 7:32 AM

So thankful for the way God is moving in and through you all! Hearing these powerful stories is such an encouragement. We love you, Thomas!

Jodi Durbin

June 8, 2015 4:50 PM

This is so awesome and exciting! I am praying for all of you this week. I am praying for courage and boldness and that God would be seen in each of you as you reach out to others in the community. And I need to add that I may be a little jealous that I am not on this trip?? And way to go Thomas for sharing your testimony in front of so many people!!! ????

Robin Keller

June 8, 2015 2:47 PM

Praying for you staff this week to continue leading well and have strength and energy for the week! Praying that your relationships with the team would strengthen throughout the week and that their relationships with those in the community would continue to grow as well!

Brad Knorr

June 6, 2015 8:48 PM

Awesome! We're so excited for you all. You're carrying the Kingdom and are walking in His authority!

Julie Eesley

June 6, 2015 6:50 PM

So glad you made it safely! Enjoy every minute. :)

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