Wednesday - Belize Day 2

Sorry for the lack of photos ... the connection is slow and kept getting hung up. 

The morning started with gray skies and drizzle. There was an approaching storm, but it went around us. Thankfully. The drizzle and overcast skies helped to keep us from getting too hot while working. After a few hours, the sun came out, but there was a nice breeze. God took care of us today!

The house now has a floor, four walls with siding, and a front porch. We had enough people working that each one had their own stud to nail into. The house is coming together so amazingly fast. The family is even helping where they can. One of the sons has been helping hammer on the siding. Mr. Bell has a window he watches all the action through. He has a smile on his face constantly.

The locals have no fear - they will stand on the window frames and lean out to get a nail in the right spot. Imagine if we had that kind of trust in God. Enough to balance on one foot on a 2x3 board, lean out 14 feet above the ground, hold on with one hand and drive a nail with the other. How much more will God get done through us if we did?

After we worked on the site for the day, we visited a local woodcarver. The ministry built their house and a few shops in the village. The gentleman does incredible work and also attends the mission church. Then we went for ice cream. What a treat!!

The evening ended with worship service with the community. Singing, sharing, praying. And the thought that our Spirit of Joy family was worshipping at the same time reminded us that the world is not so big and family is never ver far away.

Prayers:

For the Bell family - healing for Mr. Bell, rest for Mrs Bell as she cares for the entire family.

For the team - praise for an injury free day (except for a lot of bug bites!) and

continue prayer for safety and patience.

For the mission - that God will clearly show them what He wants them to do in the coming year.

For our families - comfort as loved ones are missed ... both here in Belize and at home.