Originally our plans were to enjoy an eventful weekend in Paris, but apparently God had a different plan for this trip. Thank you Lord for protecting us while we still made the mistake of departing. When the attacks happened in Paris, the Lord had his hand in keeping us from entering Paris. Our flight (of course) was delayed a little bit and did not depart at the exact time it said it would (seems rather common). Therefore, we were still in the air when everything started. As soon as we landed, we starting hearing some bad news and became concerned. Fortunately we got a hotel that night at the airport and returned safely the next day.
Through this time is was a blessing to have all of our host families concerned about us and our coordinator that is here in Barcelona. Also, it was a blessing to be able to contact our family at home. They knew our travel itinerary for the weekend, so they knew we were headed to France.
Prayers for France as well! Prayers for the family of those who lost a loved one, for those who were injured, and for those who will never forget everything they saw.
With all of this chaos, the end is near, and the Lord is coming back. Are you ready?
"..from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ, Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father: To whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen." Galatians 1:3-5
"Moreover, brethren I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved...how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:" 1 Corinthians 15: 1-4
"For he hath made him [Christ] to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him." 2 Corinthians 5:21
"Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself...In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace...in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise" Ephesians 1:5,7,13
"Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins"
Colossians 1:13-14
Although we were disappointed with our change of plans, God had another plan for our adventures here in Europe. Upon returning, we went to The Magic Fountain of Montjuic where we were able to watch a beautiful fountain/light show (See pictures below). After that we ate at a nice little restaurant and returned safely to our host families! I'm ready for another excursion tomorrow!
P.S. I ate an octopus for the first time today...
Through this time is was a blessing to have all of our host families concerned about us and our coordinator that is here in Barcelona. Also, it was a blessing to be able to contact our family at home. They knew our travel itinerary for the weekend, so they knew we were headed to France.
Prayers for France as well! Prayers for the family of those who lost a loved one, for those who were injured, and for those who will never forget everything they saw.
With all of this chaos, the end is near, and the Lord is coming back. Are you ready?
"..from God the Father, and from our Lord Jesus Christ, Who gave himself for our sins, that he might deliver us from this present evil world, according to the will of God and our Father: To whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen." Galatians 1:3-5
"Moreover, brethren I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; By which also ye are saved...how that Christ died for our sins according to the scriptures; And that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day according to the scriptures:" 1 Corinthians 15: 1-4
"For he hath made him [Christ] to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him." 2 Corinthians 5:21
"Having predestinated us unto the adoption of children by Jesus Christ to himself...In whom we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of his grace...in whom also after that ye believed, ye were sealed with that holy Spirit of promise" Ephesians 1:5,7,13
"Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins"
Colossians 1:13-14
Although we were disappointed with our change of plans, God had another plan for our adventures here in Europe. Upon returning, we went to The Magic Fountain of Montjuic where we were able to watch a beautiful fountain/light show (See pictures below). After that we ate at a nice little restaurant and returned safely to our host families! I'm ready for another excursion tomorrow!
P.S. I ate an octopus for the first time today...