God's Church Meets Around the World Today!

This morning, we went for a tour of the mountains around Copan on horseback. I have to admit I was a little nervous - so was Karey - but it turned out to be a nice way to spend the morning.
We met our guide on the other side of town and mounted up for our adventure. As we rode into the hills, I began to visit with our guide. I am so thankful that I have now acquired enough Spanish to visit a little - I know it isn't good Spanish, but I can understand and make myself understood, and as such can get to know those we spend time with.
Through our conversation, I learned that he was an evangelical believer and we talked a little about the needs in Honduras and Guatemala - it seems the two countries are not only close in location, but also in economic, political and social needs.
After about an hour of riding, we arrived at our destination,, La Pintura - a small village in the mountains. Last night I had been saying that it would be nice to find and attend a local church, but really hadn't thought about it in the morning until I heard the singing! It was coming from a small community church - maybe 20 people in a house smaller than my bedroom. Thank you, Lord! First, to provide us with a Christian guide and then to lead us right to the door of a church! Wow!
We were able to join in their worship service for a little while and share a word of encouragement with them before continuing on our tour. What a blessing! The Lord is always watching over us and giving us opportunities to gather with brothers and sisters if we just open our eyes and ears and take notice. This morning was no exception!
On our ride down the mountain, our guide invited us to his church's evening service, and I am excited to share a time of praise and worship with our Hondurian brothers and sisters in the Lord!
"I'm so glad I'm a part of the family of God!" That is the song I thought of as I rode my pretty Mariposa back into Copan. I am never alone. Not only does the Lord promise never to leave us or forsake us, but He also surrounds us with others who share our faith to encourage us and for us to encourage.
I think that is pretty cool!
Blessings,
Karren