Today we were invited to lead the devotion held each morning by the staff of the GBGM (General Board of Global Ministries) of the United Methodist Church in Cambodia. Our hosts, Marilyn and Joseph Chan, are missionaries sent by GBGM to Cambodia. The devotion started with singing, including "He Leadeth Me," which we were able to sing in English while the staff sang in Khmer. Then, our team led all in singing "This is the Day that the Lord has Made." The text we chose was the parable of the sower. In our time of reflection, we shared our deep admiration for the way the staff exemplifies the Gospel in action. Although we recognize that they must often wonder what will happen with the seed they sow each day, we have witnessed the fruits of their labor and can testify in confidence that much of the seed they have sown has grown in fertile ground. The work being done to help Cambodians in the name of Christ is inspiring. As I think about all we have witnessed this past week in Phnom Penh, I am overwhelmed by the huge impact they are having on the lives of others. Highlights for me have been the women's projects which support the basket weavers and the pig farmer, and the work in the COSI Children's Village. The work here brings hope.
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