Lately I have been wrestling so much with discouragement. I feel more and more that there is a very, very small handful of people, both here and in the States that I truly connect with. I knew that would be part of this life...and to some extent I was ready for that to happen in the States. But more and more I find that I don't necessary connect well with the people I think I should. Which, to some great extent has been a huge push for me to delve into Portugal...the language and the people. For that I am grateful...
But, nonetheless it has been at times disheartening. What I love about God today is that, while his Word is absolutely sufficient, and his presence promised...sometimes he knows when we need more. And the Lord knew how badly I needed that because he gave me three huge gifts this past week that just made my day. Well.. days... :)
1) a letter from a national that I will value more than anything else I've ever received or bought here in Portugal
2) a weekend of two nights spent with Portuguese friends...
3) and this conversation today at school...
Student 1: "So are you leaving after this year?"
Me: "Ummmm.....well.....I mean, I would need money to stay..."
Student 1: "Because it would be a waste for you to go back...you've learned so much Portuguese...."
Me: "Yeah...I know....but I--"
Student 1: "You should stay and you could teach us in high school!"
Me: "This is your second year with me as your teacher...are you sure you would really want me again?"
Student 2: "Actually...I prayed you would be my teacher again..."
Student 1: "Yeah...we want you."
Probably the sweetest thing anyone has ever said to me.... Granted, it is the FIRST day of school. Give them a week... :)
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