There’s always room for one more–I’ve learned that this is the case for many things here in Malawi. There is always room for one more person to squeeze in a minibus (record 21 today on our way to Lilongwe); always room for one more to join and share a meal; always room for one more use of a plastic bag or bottle. I love the resourcefulness that goes with these things, but also the hospitality that they represent. People live their lives always seeing room to include more people. I think we’ve lost that sense a bit in America, being satisfied with our family and our group of friends and only expanding that when we move or have a major life change. But I’ve been reminded about trying to live openly and expectantly for more people to be included in my life. I love how my church cell group always leaves an open chair for the next person. God changes lives one by one, and I think sharing and expanding our lives one person at a time can really change us, too. When we stop placing limits on what we think can occur in our lives, we leave room for even greater things to happen!
Sorry for not writing much this week, I’ve had a cold for a few days and we’ve only made a quick stop in town today on our way to visit Rays of Hope Ministry in Blantyre this weekend. I hope to share more when we return!
Open and Expectant! AMEN!
Feel better-take care of yourself.
Blessings,
kelly