Guest Post from Kathy Decker

What is it that you need--it makes no difference whether you are in Tennessee or Brazil? Let me ask it another way--do you have all you need? Better yet, do you have JESUS in your heart? After being here in Brazil for several days, I have come to a better understanding that relationships are far more important than shoes and eye glasses! Yes, those are important; however, they will not last forever! Only a relationship with Jesus Christ lasts forever! And that can never be taken away or stolen! By the grace of God, we have had an incredible week--one that I cannot easily find words to describe--experiences that when I close my eyes, I cannot help but say "by the grace of God, there go I"! Over the last few days, I have had the opportunity to wash children's feet and fit them with a new pairs shoes, (one of the most humbling things that I have ever done); on one occasion, it was all I could do to hold back the tears as I looked into the eyes of a child who had nothing; on another, I wept with a mother who was so very grateful for all that we were doing in her community; on another occasion, I prayed over a home where the father was an alcoholic; More importantly, we have had the opportunity to share the gospel of Jesus Christ--and the decisions that have been made are overwhelming! The seeds have been planted; Matthew 9:37-38 is so very true as Jesus said to his disciples, "The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few..." These people are ready to give their lives to Christ! How about you? Take a few moments and think about what Jesus means to you! Bless and be blessed!