Medellín is…
When asked, “What is Medellín to you?”, our squad answered:
– “Colombia is the Lord at work, Colombia is home :)” -Camille
– “Pretty, Captivating, and somewhere you can feel God moving” – Payton
– “Colombia is a safe place for people, a refuge for the brokenhearted. Where there is good soil ready to receive Good News. Where everything is fresh, green and alive. People are warm and embrace you with hugs and smiles everywhere. In Medellín there is light that is bold and brave enough to invade places covered in darkness. Where the Holy Spirit speaks, highlights and compels us to action. Opportunities to trust the Lord are endless here. This is a place where we must ask God for His heart to love, eyes to see and hands to care for people. Colombia is an invitation to walk in radical compassion.” -Raquel
– “Colombia is home of many. It’s full of life, and full of life that longs for a creator. It is beautiful by nature, and its people are beautiful by heart. They work hard, they don’t waste time, they live fully. Medellín is so large.. it’s full of buildings, motorcycles, people, fruit, and people that God is waiting to welcome into his arms. This is definitely a place where we will continue to see God’s kingdom come” -Ellie
– “When I think of Medellin, Colombia I think of Gods love and grace. It seems that people here are so far from Him. However, He is just a prayer away waiting for people to come to Him to heal them from their sins, their past, and their sufferings.
– ‘If My people who are called by My name will humble themselves, and pray and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin and heal their land.’ 2 Chronicles 7:14”. – Ana
– “A refuge. A place for restoration.” -Amy
– ”The admirable culture, the embracing people, the warm sunny days, the food that is SO good, and the chaotic streets are just a few of what makes Colombia, Colombia. The most beautiful thing I have observed since being on this trip is the overwhelming love of God. God loves His people so much. Being in Colombia has shown me His great love! Praise God for the people of Colombia (and I love how there is only one weather here by the way)” -Kam
– “The Heart. It was once said that Colombians are passionate, you either use that passion for love or hate. At the end of the day love wins and endures through every circumstance. God’s hand can be seen through this passionate heart of Medellín.” -Hannah
So beautiful to read everyone’s reflections thus far!
Ellen- This is such a unique way to display where you are, what your team is like, and the ways God is moving in your midst! I loved hearing the squad’s thoughts and perspectives, and you showcased them in a simple, yet profound way. Thank you for taking the time to gather perspective from everyone and share so freely! The Father is clearly mightily at work; keep holding fast to Truth and to His character! Much love!
Dear Ellen,
What a beautiful description of the people, the country and of your mission for God to use you and your team to reach the lost. I am grateful for your heart, energy, insight and dedication to Christ’s work in Columbia.