I’ve had many wonderful opportunities in my life, but I can say that the month I spent in Guatemala has been one of the most precious ones. Why was it so special? Because I was surrounded by vessels of worth that have not realized their value in God yet. I joined Randall and Jackie Darby at El Oasis, a ministry for prostitutes, only three times but it just took me one second to see their worth and value.
Our time of worship.
I tried not to cry as we drove past the one-room shacks where women were waiting by the door for their next male customer. Once we arrived at El Oasis, some of the helpers set up the room with tables and chairs for the ladies who would come during their one-hour lunch break for a snack, but most importantly, to receive a word from God. Randall and I went door-to-door inviting the ladies to join us for a time of rest and fellowship. I was shocked to see the women God calls precious and valuable in their nightgowns, wearing excessive amounts of make-up and stilettos. I smiled at every single one of them as we invited them to join us. Some smiled back and others didn’t. I could see the despair and hopelessness in their eyes as they walked in shame and condemnation. I couldn’t help but to think, “If they only knew the God who calls them beautiful. If they could only see themselves as God sees them.”
Just a glimpse...
The ones that have been attending at El Oasis have been learning about and experiencing God’s unconditional love for them. It’s hard for them to express their emotions and be sensitive to the Holy Spirit, but I am convinced that what God does in their hearts during their time there goes far beyond what can be seen, and cannot be measured by whether or not they cry. God’s word never returns void and the seeds that were and will continue to be planted will come to fruition in due time. I can’t even imagine what the Father feels when one of His vessels of worth realizes just how worthy she is!
We celebrated Valentine's Day together! I was in charge of games.
Sharing about their worth and value!
With Randall & Jackie Darby. :)
