My Week with God, friends, and the Native Americans

Two weeks ago today, I left for a mission trip in Oklahoma, where we stayed on the Chickasaw National Reservation, staying in Sulphur, OK. We had the opportunity to work on some churches that were American Indian churches that were in need of major repairs. Our group had the opportunity to work at two different churches, and let me tell you, it was the experience that really drew me closer to God. Through the blood (we had three people go to the hospital, and YES, I was one of them) I cut my arm with a saw and had to get stitches, the sweat, and the tears, we glorified God and it was amazing. The Native American nations all over this country want to be heard and seen, as I was told this by a Native American pastor myself. These people are amazing, and we need to draw to their culture, and show them the love we show one another. Our scripture for the week was Hebrews 11 and 12. I memorized a particular verse, Hebrews 12:2, which says: Let us fix our eyes upon Jesus, the author and perfector of our faith, whom for the joy set before him, endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. I tell you friends, God is awesome, and he is well at work in the Native American community.