A Day With Gary!

How can I put a whole day into just a few paragraphs? Days here seem
to fly by before you know it. Today was a day full of sunshine,
authentic Spanish food, about 5 miles of walking soar feet...again.
Tomorrow is our last full day in Spain and I would like to share a few
things that I have learned while on this expedition.

1) You don´t have to see it for it to happen: I have yet to have
a conversation with anyone about the gospel but I have heard many
awesome stories about the people of this wonderful country. Some are
posted in previous blogs but just a few minutes ago (about 12:15 am
Spain time) Pastor Eduardo told us that two people have called him
today about the tracts that we handed out and one is coming to church
this Sunday.

2) Turtle paws are only good for walking: Sometimes we have an
idea of what the Lord has planned so we do our best to complete that
task no matter how we may dislike it. We may complain and grumble
about it and may even get it done...but did we? I´ve learned this
week, including today that it is easier to just pray about it first.
We can really never get our little paws around what the Lord has in
mind. Ask Him and he will provide in the same amount that we ask. So
put on your most comfortable tennis shoes and get going.

3) Music is universal: We went to a concert this evening, here in
town, made up of about 60 members of a church about 40km (about 25
miles) away. They were great. I found myself really being drawn in by
the music. Some songs I knew, some I hadn´t the foggiest idea what
they were saying. All the same we had a great time.
Lastly...

4) Friends are a must: I have 11 absolutely amazing friends. The
11 other people that came on this trip have become more to me than
just "the group". They have become my true friends. They have uplifted
me with words of encouragement and gratitude. They have supported me
through stressful times (doing the drama for the first time is nerve
wracking) with prayer and a pat on the back. They also take the time
to listen to my concerns or worries with heartfelt feedback from the
heart. They will even help you shop (This may have nothing to do with
10 of them being women...nah!...sure it does).

Thanks for reading