April 2015

You never know what you might encounter while out on distribution. Yesterday in Danli one team went high into the mountains to a remote area to serve the people with gifts of food, stuffed animals and ice cream. We went door-to-door inviting people to join us in a clearing not far away. That’s when we met Marvin. When we came to his home it was typical for the area with no indoor plumbing and one sink as the sole source of water. Marvin is 28 years old and suffers from cerebal palsey. He has minimal speech ability and has no use of his arms or legs. We told his mother that we would pay him a special visit after the meeting. We had a great time sharing the Lord with about 35 people before heading back to Marvin’s. When we arrived you could see Marvin’s face light up. He recognized…

Have you ever wondered how we select the areas we send distribution teams to once we arrive in a city like Danli? As we partner with local churches and pastors, we receive insight into which areas represent the greatest need. Then these areas are prayed for and together with the pastors we develop a schedule. In Acts 1:8 we read, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all of Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Sometimes we joke that we haven’t been to the end of the earth but we could see it from where we were. What does it take to be a witness for Christ? Simply being obedient to the Holy Spirit. For those of you who are called to be feet on the ground, if the ends of…

Have you ever considered what it takes to be a disciple? It’s not reaching a certain age. It’s not having a mastery of the Word. It’s not having a polished presentation. No, it is simply making yourself available. This week volunteers from all walks of life have joined together to minister to the people of Danli, Honduras. Bags of food, stuffed animals, Bibles and, yes, even ice cream have been distributed. As you would imagine, even the coldest heart can begin melting when a child demonstrates the love of Jesus through the giving of a gift. Once the door is opened and a conversation commences, it is amazing to witness the power of the Holy Spirit. People seek a new touch from the Lord. Others ask for prayer for themselves and their loved ones. Some ask Jesus into their hearts for the very first time! The transformation on many of…

In Danli, Honduras there is a structure sitting on top of a mountain that is recognizable to almost everyone, a huge white cross. The advance team treked to the top of the mountain. The journey was difficult at times, tested our perseverance but the reward was more than worth it. There was a feeling of accomplishment and the view was a gift straight from the Lord. As we have traveled in and around Danli, we realize the cross is visible from almost any road we are on. The thought came to us, that as we are ministering to the people of Danli and pointing them to the Savior, how unique our different backgrounds, cultures and even our countries are. The one thing in common though is our need for the cross. As we serve the people with gifts of food, stuffed animals and even ice cream, we are demonstrating the…

Have you ever wondered how literally tons of food purchased locally in bulk gets repackaged for distribution to families across Central America? We are in Danli, Honduras for LOLI’s 26th crusade week. And this week, like so many weeks before, God has provided an unbelievable group of people who jumped in with true joy to help with distribution preparation. Look closely at the picture, can you tell what we are using for a scoop? That’s right an old gatorade bottle with the bottom removed. The creativity of the people is amazing. We actually have carried these same gatorade bottles from Nicaragua to Panama and now to Honduras. We are continually amazed by the true servant hearts we have encountered. Stay tuned for more insights and observations from the week…

Happy Easter from Honduras. He is Risen! The advance team arrived in Danli, Honduras on Saturday and have been busy preparing for the arrival of the full team on Monday. Working with an awesome group of volunteers, bags of food including beans, rice, sugar, salt and corn meal have been assembled for distribution beginning on Tuesday. Check back often as we will be making regular updates.