Haiti is not far from my mind. I scour the news, I hungrily read the list serves I have joined. I follow the progress of the battle against cholera. I cheer on the victories in the rebuilding efforts. I pray and wonder at the next event which will catch the world's attention in this small island nation not far from our shores. Announcements that hit the airwaves surprise, baffle me. Random comments prompt unexpected tears...."they are rebuilding the Iron Market...".
In church yesterday I wept as we sang a song in worship to the King of Kings. Sobbed, actually. In praise. And I believe, in mourning, for my dear Haitians. And for countless other people who suffer.... Injustice. Violation. Dehumanizing, demeaning treatment. Starvation. Unimaginable deprivation and disease.
Strength will rise as we wait upon the Lord
We will wait upon the Lord
We will wait upon the Lord (repeat)
Our God, You reign forever
Our hope, our Strong Deliverer
You are the everlasting God
The everlasting God
You do not faint You won't grow weary
You're the defender of the weak
You comfort those in need
You lift us up on wings like eagles Chris Tomlin
I have witnessed and even been a part of this song in action. You're the defender of the weak, you comfort those in need......
And though my need is nothing compared to what I have witnessed, I am comforted.
Amen.
