From Joe Knittig, live from Haiti:
REDEMPTION
That’s our Lord Jesus. That’s what we see here. Yes, that’s the word.
We’re in the poorest country in the Western hemisphere; in uncharted waters; amidst mind boggling oppression. And the human Spirit breathed by Christ Jesus before time began triumphs here in “throw away” children.
A 13 year old orphan child slave, gang raped and pregnant: she smiles and will look you in your eyes if you’re patient.
A 10 year old with a shattered femur who watched his family perish: he beams when you sign his cast.
A 15 year old boy who lost his parents 3 weeks ago: he joyfully carries Beth Fox’s birthday cake to her tonight.
Sister Marie from The Little Sisters of St. Theresa has lost everything, can’t feed 100 kids, and comes humbly for help: the Body transcends denominational bunk to make sure children facing death eat.
47 children prayed under a mango tree when their home collapsed: that prayer saved their lives, and tonight they sleep in safety.
The most dynamic stories of Redemption occur when oppression exerts extreme, acute pressure. Explosions of divine triumph echo through the valley of the shadow of death, and shout new life into existence.
We see much hope for Haiti. We see much hope for the world. And this hope has the name Jesus.
I want to tell you what a privilege it is to walk this walk with all of you right now. I’m tired of the name Jesus suffering from perversion and empty talk. Our God is One of unconditional love and grace. He is generous. He is Love – of the most radical, selfless, infectious kind.
REDEMPTION.
That’s the word.
We’re seeing it. And you’re bringing it.
It’s a privilege to serve with all of you in the GO Family.
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