It's hard to believe that we only have one day left in Africa. It has been an eye-opening and interesting week of experiences in Godel, Dakar, and Thies. It's strange to think that a week ago we were all visiting the Goree slave house and witnessing the sad and awful history of the slave trade. In contrast to the experience at Goree, the time in the village was uplifting. I couldn't have imagined the people in Godel to be as relational and caring as they are, and I enjoyed a lot of time getting to know the young boys and the young men, some who were about my age. One of the best parts of being in the village was the meal they made for us and the singing and dancing in the celebration in honor of our visit. We all have benefited from this trip--emotionally; physically; spiritually--yet I hope that we have made as much of an impact on the people in Godel as they have made on us. I have found God to be revealing of Himself to me here in Africa, but maybe it is because I'm looking for Him a little harder right now. Thanks for all your thoughts, prayers, and support.
Dave Berka
My prayers continue to go out to you all. I find myself reflecting on the feelings that flooded over me the day or so before I left Senegal .... its very hard to discribe. I fell in love with the people I had met there so quickly. I have enjoyed the daily updates. Each summary made tears flow and my heart tighten. I could instantly visualize, hear, taste, smell.... it all would come flowing back. Thank you for taking the time to share.
ReplyDeletePrepare for what is yet to come... What will you do with what He has shown you? I look forward to your return and your stories :)
God Bless,
Dawn