What a great and unexpected day. On my walk to Jireh today, to help the ladies make jewelry (actually they helped me today), I prayed that God would build more of a connection with the ladies and me, that I would step out of my comfort zone, and to help me if that meant sharing my testimony. I shook my head and said I'm not sharing my testimony today, why would I think that? 20 mins later the speaker canceled and I'm preparing to share my testimony.

These are Muslim women and I had to be sure not to use 'Christian' words or mention that I am a missionary; I could share Christ and what He has done. The women were captivated by my testimony and surprised by the fact that a white person could have bad things happen to her. They were even more touched by how much God has changed me. They had many comments and questions. I love when God uses my story to help other people!

They also made a made a great observation: that I once took from everyone and now God uses me to give to everyone. I've never thought of my life story that way - this really humbled me. I believe this time to share also built a bridge between me and the ladies. I am no longer the spoiled, white American, but another human being who has also gone through some really tough times. Praise God for His glory!