A Journey of the Heart - I Will Give You Rest

We were near the end of our mission trip and had experienced so much.  We were physically, emotionally and spiritually exhausted.  Although we were anxious to return to our homes, our hearts were heavy for all we had come in contact with; the many, many children, the men and women in the remote villages, the people living in Grace Village’s Tent City, the people in the markets and countryside, the amazing missionary couple that served the people of Haiti for over 60 years - which we were privileged to spend time with, and especially the children and teachers from Children In Need School in L’Espinasse.

We were being blessed with a day of rest – a day to spend at one of the beautiful beaches in Haiti – a day of fellowship, food and laughter with our Team.  But even with a day of rest we would need a 3-hour ride in the Tap Tap, down the mountain and across Haiti, to Saint-Marc.

Once we arrived, we all paused and were amazed at the beauty – the crystal turquoise ocean, the surrounding mountains, and the quiet that gave us a moment of rest.

At the beach were many Haitian artists, showing and selling their artwork, crafts, and jewelry.

Men gathered coconuts, which the tops were cut off, a straw inserted and we enjoyed a drink of fresh coconut water.

Fishermen went out into the ocean to gather conch, which would then be cooked and served for lunch. 

 A day of rest . . .

 such a blessing.

Please show me now your way, that I may know you in order to find favor in your sight.  Consider too that this nation is your people.”  And He said, “My presence will go with you and I will give you rest.”  – Exodus 33:12-14