I have spent the past couple days adjusting to the laid-back, relaxed country of Jamaica. It is beautiful here, and I don't think I could relax anymore than I am here at Hebron! Hebron is set in the hills overlooking Montego Bay, and the Caribbean Sea. I am surrounded by palm trees, fruits I never knew existed, and an abundance of tropical flowers. 

As I have been introduced to the girls here at Hebron and begin to build relationships with them, I see that this perfect place for these girls to heal from the trauma they have endured. It hasn't been an easy journey for them, and two of them are currently struggling with deep psychological issues. But they are here, in the presence of Godly women who guide them as they heal and recover, and a place of peace and rest. 

The peacefulness of Hebron stands in contrast from the busyness of American life, and I admit, it's challenging to sit, relax, and be still, but it's good for me. I can see God teaching me the value of "being" instead of always "doing" already. Little by little, the girls are being more comfortable with me, and just today, I was able to spend some time talking with one of the girls about the differences between Jamaica and America, beginning to build a friendship, and I received a big hug from another as she left for school this morning, quickly stopping to play with my blonde hair (that fascinates her) for couple minutes. I look forward to other moments like these where I can continue to gain the trust and friendship of the girls here.

Tomorrow I will have the opportunity to go to the clinic with some of the pregnant girls and one of the baby boys, Saturday the girls want to take me into Montego Bay to the beach, and Sunday I will get to experience the lively worship of a Jamaican church, so I have a busy weekend in store! 

Thank you for your prayers, I need them! Every morning we meet at 6 am for devotions, and they immediately have requested that I share from God's Word with them during this time. What a opportunity I have! Pray that I will speak God's truth, that my words would be what God wants me to communicate with them, and not just my agenda. Pray for the two girls who are battling psychological and significant spiritual issues. May their eyes be opened to God's truth! 

Can't wait to post again about my weekend, the work of God, and I hope to include some Jamaican pictures next time!