Eve “Wairimu” Smalley
There were so many incidents that affected my understanding of Christianity in Kenya and of my faith in relation to the Kenyan Christians. One specific moment that stands out to me was after church at RVF. One of the street boys came up to me and said, “Forgiven.” I was confused for a second until I realized he was pointing to my foot. He again pointed to my tattoo, which says, “Forgiven.” Then he said, “Forgiven! Yeah, you’re forgiven and I am forgiven.”
I was so incredibly touched and it really made me think about how God’s grace transcends all cultures, all mistakes, and is available to everyone. No matter where we have been or where we come from, His grace can cover us. He is always ready to extend his forgiveness, if we only choose to accept it. Though we live halfway across the world from each other we share the same faith and God is God no matter where we are.
Throughout the trip I was thankful for the nightly discussions our team had. It helped all of us process everything that was going on and I learned so much. I think going into Kenya I already had an appreciation for the culture and the people because of the academic readings and discussions we had to do. It gave us more cultural awareness and helped us to want to learn more from the people.
As I look back on this trip I am so thankful and blessed for what God has shown me.
I was so incredibly touched and it really made me think about how God’s grace transcends all cultures, all mistakes, and is available to everyone. No matter where we have been or where we come from, His grace can cover us. He is always ready to extend his forgiveness, if we only choose to accept it. Though we live halfway across the world from each other we share the same faith and God is God no matter where we are.
Throughout the trip I was thankful for the nightly discussions our team had. It helped all of us process everything that was going on and I learned so much. I think going into Kenya I already had an appreciation for the culture and the people because of the academic readings and discussions we had to do. It gave us more cultural awareness and helped us to want to learn more from the people.
As I look back on this trip I am so thankful and blessed for what God has shown me.
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Thank you for sharing these reflections, as they offer valuable insights into the universality of faith, the impact of shared experiences, and the importance of open dialogue in fostering understanding and growth. Great job!
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ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful reflection on your experience in Kenya and how it impacted your understanding of faith. Sharing the interaction with the street boy at RVF is a powerful and moving anecdote.
ReplyDeleteThe message of forgiveness transcending cultural barriers and God's grace being available to all is beautifully expressed. It highlights the universality of faith despite geographical and cultural differences.
Your appreciation for the pre-trip cultural awareness gained through readings and discussions is commendable. It demonstrates an open mind and desire to learn from others.
Overall, your reflection conveys a sense of gratitude and spiritual growth from this impactful trip. Thank you for sharing your experience and offering a unique perspective on faith and cultural understanding
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ReplyDeleteThis is a powerful reflection! The "Forgiven" interaction resonates deeply. It reminds me of Fnaf , where even seemingly monstrous figures might be seeking redemption. It's a reminder that grace isn't conditional, and understanding different cultures broadens faith. What readings prepared you for the trip? Sharing them would further enrich this narrative.
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