Yes, He does. So, we prayed for relief from the mosquitoes and hot temps and God gave us a day of heavy rains! We cannot complain. We were able to get some work done this morning indoors – painting in the dining hall and gym and when the rain was light, we worked on trash clean-up from Hurricane Irene. We ate lunch then took the rest of the day off. We kayaked out in the bay, but some dark clouds were looming on the horizon, so we paddled back before the heavy rains hit. We decided to hop into the bus and head back to Rock Sound to go to a grocery store that took credit cards (not many places do down here!). The seniors wanted some Bahamian snacks/drinks and I needed to resupply our med kit, since all of our bug-bite and first aid ointment stash was also depleted. (Ask the students about my head first dive across the parking lot while running from the Bank ATM to the store… quite entertaining and completely unintentional). The store was actually closed (who closes at 2:00 p.m.???), but the manager was gracious enough to allow me in to buy medical supplies while the store was doing inventory. Nicholas (CB staff and today’s bus driver) then took us back to Tarpum Bay and the local “Walmart”, called Berts. Very small store that had a little of everything – from machetes to medical supplies to Goombay Punch (yes, I bought a 2-liter).
Tonight’s devotional was amazing! Just know that God is doing some pretty cool things in the hearts of these young men and young women. Dave and Megan’s devotionals have been transparent and solid spiritually, which is what led to, what I blelieve, is a transformational night for most. Megan and the ladies talked about insecurity and finding their worth in Christ. Dave addressed the topic of integrity as a man, particularly in the realm of sexual purity. We were in separate cabins, by the way. Both devotionals and the ensuing conversations/questions from the seniors lasted about 2 hours. It was a very open time of honest questions and answers. I was extremely encouraged as the overall leader.
We are now lightening the mood by playing some Kemps (the game of choice this week). Why do they have to scream about everything? =)
Good night from paradise. – Eric
LC Senior Go! 