The rooster's schedule

Trying to learn this new Asia Pacific language has its challenges. She thought she asked to take a picture of the rooster but got a picture with him.

Her new house was somewhat disappointing but she decided not to despair, expecting a good night’s sleep and the light of morning would bring a more hopeful outlook. With a little rearranging and decorating she is sure she will love it.

Lindsey is told there are two things she cannot live without: a motorcycle helmet and cell phone. Language coaches will help her get that taken care of along with other things she’ll need to buy.

There is a feeling of vulnerability with simple issues like how the hot water works. She’s not sure what to do in case of a fire. If that seems simple, what about the papaya in the refrigerator that she has no clue how to chop up?  The mysterious shock when she tries to change the light bulb and that pile of dust on the floor by the window are baffling her. It would be good to learn where she lives in relation to the whole town. That’s why that phone is a critical need. She can text to ask some of those questions.

The neighbors have been God’s provision for help, a source of encouragement, amusement,and fried bananas. They’ve taken her on outings, Bible studies and church with them.

She has to get used to the water system in the drum underground. A pump sends it inside the house. With the house on a concrete slab it’s hard to fix leaks so a switch was installed. There are two switches that are necessary to remember in order to bathe, launder, flush and do dishes.

When the cows cooperate, milk is unexpectedly plenteous, being delivered to the door as Lindsey gives thanks for the abundant fruit. It’s a pleasure to sleep with temps at 76 in the night as she reaches for one more blanket.

“I wish you could be here, just for five minutes (longer if you like), to experience life here for a moment. The heat and humidity, but also the glorious cool breeze that the rain brings. The feel of life slowing down as people retreat indoors. The muttering chickens, the neighbors laughing in their houses, the sound of the rain on the metal porch, the wind in the trees, the mist that suddenly appears because there is so much moisture everywhere, the kids running in the street, the adults moseying by with their umbrellas.”

Getting acquainted with the folks in the neighborhood as she sits on her porch to watch life happening and making new friends as she learns her way around town is what her time has consisted of. Some formal language learning will be next. Pray for Lindsey as she continues her journey to share the gospel with those who have never heard.

What's your next step in being part of taking the gospel to those who have not heard? Is it time to be trained?