Well to say the least, Monday was a crazy and hectic day as we arrived in Mexico. Once our group was across the border and at the job site, we could really get a sense for the working conditions we would be in. The temperature was pretty cold with some snow falling at times. The attitude of the group seemed pretty relaxed as we anticipated what our jobs would be. As we got the trailer unloaded, I prepared to give a short devotional thought that had been on my mind as we drove from Joplin to Mexico.
Before the trip had even started, my mind was racing with thoughts of how the group would do in Mexico, how we would interact with the different family members and especially how I would interact with everyone. Another thought that came was just all of the things that would bring heart ache to myself. The poverty and the lost souls roaming around just trying to make ends meet. My heart breaks for Juarez, my heart yearns to bring them some good news. My mind began to wonder at what point the work in Juarez would be over. I began to wonder how I could ever put a damper on the unjust that occurs in Juarez.
I read in my devotionals that morning Psalms 37 which was an answer to my yearning heart. As we went into Juarez, I tried to remind our team that though there is such a need, since our hearts would break, we should not fret for Christ's will prevail. In the end, God will prevail, just at the moment we should be the hands and feet for God so that He can alleviate the needs of those in need. It was important for myself to remember that we were not there building a house, but God was. We were not there to be seen, but it was Christ for whom it was to be seen in us. This team was not out just to build a house for a family in need, but to bring God glory by some sweat and tears.
For Him,
Phillip R. Burnette
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