We have passed the eight month mark of living and working in Bolivia, and the closer we get to our departure date, the more at home we feel here in Bolivia. Our lives are simpler here. We do not have much stuff and our choice of clothing is limited. I have not been into a shopping centre since living here and have not had any Thai food for 8 months (one of the hardest things about being here.) I also have a mobile phone that I never turn on. However, one of the best things about our choice to come to Bolivia for a year has been seeing the faithfulness of God and experiencing his love for me on a new level. There have been many times here in Bolivia where I felt humbled, confused, anxious and stressed, yet amidst those times, when I have prayed to God, he really has provided ‘peace that transcends understanding’. I really believe our lives are too full of stuff. It is too easy, even as Christians to fill our lives with things that distract us from experiencing a close relationship with God – the thing that can provide us with the most fulfillment.
As we have blogged before – Tim and I have been blessed to be involved with the baby washing ministry here in Cochabamba, run by one of the school families. I thought I would include some pictures of this ministry here.
Lining up outside the bathing tent
Washing the kids
Handing out new clothes
Kids in some new clothes eating a snack
Some of the baby washing helpers - who also work at school
It is a humbling, but wonderful experience to be able to practically share God’s love with others here in Bolivia. Thanks for those of you who have made it possible
- Liz
Good on you guys. It’s sad to know that so many kids lack access to something so simple as a bath.
Dear Liz and Tim,
I have enjoyed reading your blog and the kids and I continue to pray for you both. We pray that you will enjoy your last few months in Bolivia
Bronwynne