Day 2 in the Jungle

Today was more of a down day. We were going to go to the Indian Village but couldn't due to rain. It's ok. It was just touristy stuff anyway. Instead, we went to another village called Yanayacu Timicuro. We walked along a long bridge and saw a small tarantula.







At the first house we came to, the owners had a pet anaconda. It was only about a meter long. God must have brought me here, because I never even lost my breath! I touched it! If you know me, you will see this as an act of God. We went to a man's house who brought crafts from all the other villagers. Jess and I bought a blowgun.

We returned to the lodge for a special treat. In the jungle, no one is married. They say it is only for the rich in Iquitos. But, they want to be married. So, for Julio and Malita (the couple who ran the lodge who have been together for years and have 4 children ages 22-16), we had a wedding. Lisa brought news clothes for Julio and Malita. I had the privilege of tying his tie. She decorated the patio area with beautiful fresh-picked flowers. Joe and I sang "Cuan Grande es Dios" as a special. It was fun. Somehow, as he played the guitar, I played drums on an old drum and a small glass while singing in spanish. God truly empowers, even in the smallest ways.





A small group of men left today for another group of villages. They are planning for future ministry. Thinking about them sleeping on the ground for 4 days makes my rock-hard bed seem comfortable.
For the last activity of the evening we had a testimony service. It is so obvious when the Holy Spirit anoints a group of individuals. I was on Nyquil, so whatever I said, I hope it was ok!!!!


Oh yeah.....The Devil is a Jerk!!!!