It's really hard to believe that we are only on day 3 here in the Philippines. The team feels so welcomed here that it seems like we have been around forever.
We started our morning off with some prayer and worship at the Encounter house at Benguet State University. We were then joined by students who wanted to chat one last time. So we split up into guy/girl rooms to dive in a little deeper with them. Both of the meetings were incredible and we all experienced the Holy Spirit move in the conversations. Struggles were shared, prayer requests were lifted up and we were reminded that God loves these Filipinos SO MUCH. Our hearts broke a little when we had to say good bye.
I had a God filled moment with a student named Jesse. He was in our class that we taught and came to Encounter last night for the first time. He then showed up this morning to meet with us and was hanging at the campus house again this afternoon. Right as we were leaving, he gave me his necklace and explained that he wanted me to have it because he was so blessed to find Encounter. I told him that I couldn't take it and he said I have to, its God's gift.
I'm still in awe that a person who has near to nothing, would be so selfless to give me the only material thing he could to show his love. God is teaching me His love surpasses all things. These Filipinos are opening our hearts to experience God's blessings more and more each day.
We are so thankful for your prayers and comments. We couldnt be here without you all. Much love,
Phil
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