Yesterday, what an interesting day full of twists, turns and clear evidence of God’s abounding grace, not to mention cultural and language challenges.
Early in the morning a man and his supposed daughter showed up at our gate stating that a crime took place in our yard. Donna and I asked them if we could have one of the guys working for TWR help investigate the issue since we did not speak the language of the child. Later in the day the child accused the TWR worker of the crime and the story continued to evolve and evolve and change… Providentially, our coworker, Garth had the wisdom to suggest that the discussions be recorded. After a long day and much prayer for God to be glorified the situation was resolved.
The supposed daughter was not a daughter but a child worker with a history of lying. The recorded conversations had contradictions and did not align with other facts. In reality, the crime did not take place in our yard, and was not with the TWR worker. Last night a small delegation of six people and two babies showed up at our gate for formal apologies, both to the accused and us. We have asked for the young girl to receive help as we accepted the apology of the man who aided in the accusations.
The story is much longer and complex than this synopsis with family ties, locked gates, guards, dogs, cultural nuances, irrefutable alibis and God’s power clearly demonstrated. Praise God with us for the resolution of these accusations. Please join us in praying for this man, the child and for others apparently involved in the true story. Also, pray for protection for our family, those working with us, and the ministry here.