Enough with the aftershocks...

Despite the fact that I left California, I did not leave behind the earthquakes. This morning around 9:30am I found myself running for a doorway. And since then, there have been at least 20 aftershocks that I have felt. Good times.

I will point you to this article for all the correct facts: Great Lakes hit by deadly quakes

Bukavu, where I am, is right on the border with Rwanda, 12 miles from the epicenter of this earthquake. After the mainshock, I walked into town to meet up with a coworker for church. As I walked, I saw walls, houses, and the main market in town completely destroyed. According to my friends, Bukavu hasn't seen an earthquake like that in over 40 years. I sure didn't see it coming. There has already been 2 aftershocks since I began writing this. Ridiculous.

Please keep in your prayers those who have suffered and lost loved ones during this time.

But seriously...I'm so done with these aftershocks.

Just thought I would add to this post. Despite my earthquake experience, if you will, I was paranoid to be upstairs by myself last night. So we (my country director/boss, his wife, and two kids) had a slumber party in their living room! I slept a good five hours, then woke up twice within an hour to two short but strong aftershocks. I would nearly be on my feet to run for safety when the quake subsided. Now, a full 24 hours after the first big earthquake, I am feeling peace...and only a few weak aftershocks. Continue praying for the Congo/Rwanda. Our cook Vincent's home was basically split in half, leaving his family susceptible to the cold, rain, theft.

For as sure as the aftereffects of this earthquake will challenge Congo, the promises of God remain.

Don't be afraid, for I am with you. Do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you. I will help you. I will uphold you with my victorious right hand. -Isaiah 41:10