Familia

How would you describe your family? While the word “family” holds a different meaning for each person, family is one aspect of life that we all seek to understand. If I had to choose one word that has stuck out to me more than anything else during my time here in Peru, I would choose family.

My host family here is such a gift from God. We share meals together, laugh together, and exercise together. Some of my favorite memories have been nights when we have also studied the Bible together and prayed for each other. The Holy Spirit is ever-so-present when we share these dear times. I am also extremely thankful for the family I’ve gotten to know at church. The pastor’s children and their cousins have all welcomed me into their family and I’ve feel so by their friendship and our adventures together. I am so thankful for God’s design of family.

At the time of this writing we are in the midst of Christmastime- a season when many of us spend a little extra time with our families. Maybe your family is blended, maybe your family is really a group of friends that is like family, and maybe your family is ever-changing. However, may you be encouraged that God wants these key relationships for you, and He will bless your time together as you trust in Him to be present with you and your family.

Merry Christmas, and enjoy your family time!