Day 447

A stack of 28 bills. A lot of money? It's not as much as you would think...

 

7,000 Guinea Francs equals $1.00, and the largest bill made here is 10,000 Francs. The stack of money pictured is $20.00.

 

Gonna buy something expensive? You may need a duffle bag just for your money. :)

Day 443 - Magnificent

At Community Meeting last Thursday, 16 August, we sang the song "Magnificent" by Matt Redman. This was the first day of our sail from Tenerife to Guinea. Ever since then, as I stand on the bow and look at the vast ocean surrounding the ship, stand on Deck 8 and gaze at the stars, or run - speedwalk, rather - to watch the dolphins swimming alongside the ship, the words of this song run through my head.

Photo by Tori Hobson

"Magnificent"

You show Your majesty
In every star that shines
And every time we breathe
Your glory, God, revealed
From distant galaxies
To here beneath our skin

You are higher than we ever could imagine
And closer than our eyes could ever see
You are...

[Chorus]
Magnificent, You alone are holy
No one else as glorious as You
Magnificent, Jesus You are worthy
Who can shine as brightly as You do?
Magnificent
You're so magnificent

You're lighting up our lives
Illuminate our hearts
With everything You are

You are higher than we ever could imagine
And closer than our eyes could ever see
You are...

[Chorus]
Magnificent, You alone are holy
No one else as glorious as You
Magnificent, Jesus You are worthy
Who can shine as brightly as You do?
Magnificent
You're so magnificent
Magnificent
You're so magnificent

You are higher than we ever could imagine
And closer than our eyes could ever see
We are pouring out our hearts here in Your presence

[Chorus]
Magnificent, You alone are holy
No one else as glorious as You
Magnificent, Jesus You are worthy
Who can shine as brightly as You do?
Magnificent
You're so magnificent
Magnificent
You're so magnificent

(www.azlyrics.com)

It's awesome to be out here witnessing God's greatnesss. The night sky with stars too numerous to count, the ocean with plants and animals yet to be discovered, the glorious sunrises and sunsets... It's absolutely amazing how big our God is. Pretty much leaves me speechless to think that he loves us each individually so incredibly much. Makes me want to get to know Him better. :)

"You are higher than we ever could imagine, and closer than our eyes could ever see..."  

Day 439 - Awesome Experiences Are Awaiting You

Nurses Needed!! :)

If you are an RN with at least two years of experience

looking for a unique opportunity to serve God and others,

check out www.mercyships.org. 

Lots of nurses  are needed to work in the wards, especially from January 2013 onwards.  Without nurses, we can't do as many surgeries, and can't touch as many lives. You will get to work with others from literally all around the world. And, if you're like me, and you love to travel, it opens up loads of opportunities for new passport stamps!! :) hehe. Even if you're not a nurse, there are many opportunities to serve onboard the ship, in a wide range of roles. And if you don't feel called to serve, then please join us in praying for the outreach and for nurses to come and serve! Thank you! :)

The Africa Mercy is currently en route to Conakry, Guinea, West Africa, where she will be docked until June 2013.

Help spread the word!!