Lomé, Togo West Africa by Ken
Sunday morning, Dimanche matin, we drove about 45 minutes to the church where we were to visit. Most of the roads had washed out due to the heavy rains. As we entered the area in Lomé where the church was the smell was very strong. The entire area held the stench of garbage; children played barefoot in it. My heart ached as we passed through.
How could anyone live in these conditions?
Right in the middle of this area stood the church. Four concrete walls about seven feet high. It was covered by a tin roof; and palm branches filled in the space between the top of the wall and the roof. No air could circulate so it must have been about 100 degrees.
The drums began to beat, Gods presence filled the entire room. The congregation worshipped like I had never experienced. When the alter call was made and they rushed to the front. They had such a hunger to touch the hem of our Lords garment, not because of the physical hunger; not because of the area that they lived in; not even for prosperity; They came to worship God just because He is worthy.
There is refuge in the house of God, there is safety from life in the house of God, there is healing in the house of God; but most of all there is GOD in the house of God!
We left that service changed. Changed in the presence of God along with the Body of Christ in West Africa. I feel privileged to be apart of such a grand body. The African Church is alive and well!
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In Great Christian African Love;
Ken and Gin
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3 comments:
Ken,
You're such a great writer!!
I miss you guys soooo much!!! It's exciting all the things that are already happening!!
Your written words ooze with God's annointing and through your experiences, HIS beauty and love! I am rejoicing in the Lord for what HE has done, and what HE will do with your lives! God Bless, and my prayers are with your family and AFRICA! Love ya Jen!!!
I am so proud of you guys. The people in Africa are so blessed to have you there. God will work wonders through you. I pray for you often but have faith that God will take care of my family.
Love to all of you,
Mom
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