Wow, I have been here for almost a month
now. The time is moving so fast but at the same time I feel like so many things
has happened and feel like I have never felt this land. Everyday is a new and
different day. The Lord is teaching me so much in how to treasure every single
day.
The first day of work with Mercy (Woman /
Mama's ministry) was so amazing!
It feels so perfect and right. There is no place in my heart and spirit
that doesn't speak out that this is what I am called to do. I am where I should
be :). It feels so wonderful and perfect to be back in Pemba. I have learnt so much… and am still
learning so much... I cannot help
but to fall more and more in love with this nation.
On my first day, I also got to go to the
village to visit two of our Mama's house :)… and the Lord blessed me with a
chance to share His love and Word. Two man received Jesus there, it was just so
beautiful. I love it! Thank you Jesus!
Day's in Pemba can be challenging and heavy
sometimes. With Mamas, disables,
refugees knocking in the door with different needs. But there is fresh grace
for me everyday and Joy of the Lord is always present, giving me strength to
carry on. But I have to say it can be overwhelming sometimes... I long to stop
for everyone, but I can't! Good thing is that I found out that we are not
called to stop for everyone but only the ones that He hand picked for each of
us to stop.
One morning when I arrived at the office I
saw my dear friend Filomena waiting, I have known her for about two years. She
is very precious and dear to me. She loves to dance ^^, teach me Makua, she
would repeat the word for me a thousand time until I get it. She always carries the Joy of the Lord.
That morning she looked really sad, then I found out that her sister died that
morning and her sister has three children. She is already taking care of five
children, and is already struggling to feed them, she can't imagine taking care
of another three children but it is not a question for her.
She told me that she will travel to her
sister's village and take them home with her. It really broke my heart. I
couldn't do much, I couldn't do as much as my hearts desires. I want to help
her take care of the children, go to the village, mourn with her and be with
them. I sat there, hug her tight, prayed and cried with her. I cried 'Lord
contort her heart'. There the Lord gently said to my heart 'I got it Dira. I am
taking care of her, I will not let her be alone'.
Then right there I felt the heaviness
lifted. The Lord is good and He is enough! More than enough! Enough for every
Mama, enough for Mozambique; and enough for every face on earth. He got it :).
This is just one of the mama's story, there is so much more. The Lord has
blessed me with the gift of meeting beautiful mama's everyday, letting me love
them together with Him and seeing Him move powerfully.
There is HOPE. Hope is at hand as the
Kingdom of God is at hand.
Being here and doing what the Lord blessed
me with is increasing my trust and confidence in Him. Confident that there is
always enough and a revelation that I do not have to do anything with my own
strength. He got it, has it and know it. Our part is to be obedient, hold His hands
and do what he called us to do with Him :). What a beautiful calling we have
:).
I work with an amazing team here. Our
ministry is called Mercy Ministry. We are focusing our ministry mainly with the
woman in the area. But we also serve some their families, disables and the
elderlies. We have discipleship groups :D, teach them different skills and help
them with practical needs :). Love them, be there for them when they are in
need and be family with them. :) I truly love what I get to do.
The Lord is giving us so much strategies
and revelations. We are so excited! I can see in my spirit, the Mamas becoming
so confident, secure and strong in Christ. Be pure and holy ambassador of
Christ. I see these Mama's dreaming and seeing their dreams becoming reality.
This is just the beginning, I cannot wait to see these visions with my physical
eyes. It is happening :D! Hope is here!
... I only have a little to give, but I
will pour it all out Lord as You always pour your pure love to my soul. I am a
blessed daughter, for my cup will never be empty for You are always pouring
your Love to my soul. :) We are blessed!
I have few prayer request. In about two
weeks I am planning to go to Maputo to get Visa for America :). Pray for favor from
the embassy. The time is really moving fast, Andrew and I are planning to go to
America in less than two months … please pray for provision and wisdom.
Thank you so so much for your love, prayers
and support.
May Papa bless you all abundantly with sweet
and heavenly things.
With lots of love
Dira