1 month ago, I left home.
3 weeks ago, I arrived in Guatemala.
7 days ago, the Lord called me to say Hineni.
So what all has happened in between all that? A whole bunch!
We are living with a beautiful family here in Guatemala. They have welcomed us in so lovingly, it has felt like home since day one.
Every week, we get to do a variety of different ministry opportunities!
We do manual labor at this sustainable farm called Eco Farms, that uses Mayan techniques it’s farming, and then tie it all back to the Lord. It is fascinating to see how even in farming and the pattern of it, there is a center of it all, and that is the Lord.
We get to visit the homes of locals, check in with them and just spend time and pray over them. It is one of the most humbling things to see the hospitality that Guatemala has had for us. We have seen some amazing healing through these home visits and just gotten to experience God in such a new and incredible way.
We get to do VBS and sports ministry with kids from the town we are living in, and let me tell you, these kids are incredible! They are filled with so much joy and love. They are so excited to see us every week and give the best hugs!
We are participating in a weekly, in depth, bible study led by an incredible couple that live through the Holy Spirit so evidently. Learning from them has been one of the most beautiful gifts of this month.
We get to help with a weekly worship held in the heart of Antigua! It is my favorite night of the week, because the Lord is MOVING here y’all!
So that’s a brief look into weekly life here in Guatemala. Here are some fun pics from all these moments!
The Lord has been so sweet in this month. He has moved so deeply within me.
Upon first arriving to Guatemala, the transition was hard. I found myself struggling to feel connected to the Lord and was already experiencing homesickness. I became really overwhelmed thinking about what exactly I had signed up to do. I felt like I needed to know what was going to happen after the race already.
But in the midst of my quiet time with the Lord, He revealed Trust, Love, and Patience to me. Trust in the Lord. Love the Lord. Let the Lord love you. Have patience in the process.
And just when I thought that was all He had in store for me this month… Remember when I said 7 days ago He called me to say Hineni?
Hineni means: Here I am. Send me. Saying yes to the Lord, without knowing what you’re saying yes to.
When we arrived to Guatemala, that was the first time I ever heard the word Hineni, and I have been captivated by that word ever since hearing it, and I had no clue why…
Well, last week at worship, in the stillness of a moment, He whispered to me, “Hineni. Gabi, I need you to say Hineni”. And so I did. In the midst of praising our amazing God, I said yes to whatever He has in store for me, no matter what that yes means. And I will continue to give Him my yes, always and forever.
I know He has something big in store, but through trust, love and patience, I can sit here in confidence and say
Lord, Hineni.
AMAZING!! i love your heart and the work you are doing!!
Oh my sweet sister. I am on the verge of tears reading this. This is only the beginning! God is so good! I am praying. Thank you so much for sharing. I love these pictures too. PRAISE GOD!!!!!!!
Amazing God indeed and He knew exactly what to ask from you! So proud of you for your saying yes! What an amazing adventure awaits you! I love you!!
Love you sweetheart. So happy you are out there letting God work through you. Keep at it!
I am BEYOND proud of you!!! Seeing your face with that smile made my heart burst!!! Keep following your heart! Love you girl!
What an incredible testimony! Thank you for sharing! I am so proud of you! Lifting you up in my prayers for protection and safety but also in your boldness to share your faith and the gospel! Love the pictures too!
How beautiful ??Your blog, your pictures, your sharing, you?? I know the Lord has beautiful things awaiting you??
Gabi! You are living a movie! You’re my inspiration, I am so proud of you! I am praying for your happiness and well-being, I miss u but know you are doing what you have always dreamed of doing!
Henien…and just like that you’re teaching me! Your embrace of God’s plan through each day continues to inspire me. xo
Gabi, this makes me so happy! Reading your words, I can’t help but think that your “hineni” is your own personal Isaiah 6:8 and Hebrews 11:8. I love your faith and your heart. Can’t wait to see you soon!
Obeying God BEFORE knowing all of the ramifications… what a beautiful way to live! Thanks for sharing (and modeling) such a deep truth. Can’t wait to see you soon.
The Lord is using you in incredible ways!! Thank you for sharing these stories and photos. I love it!