Church with Drunkards

The homes of the drunkards

The rain started to pour but that didn't stop the church service that was going to happen. About 20 people came to this service. All of them, except the ones from our team, were drunk or high or high and drunk. A few were even sniffing glue during the worship songs. 

We were among the absolute most destitute last night. These people are constantly drunk and high. They all lived under makeshift homes made out of tattered tarps. They were so sold out to their sin, they preferred living in these conditions rather than giving up their lifestyle and surrendering their lives to Jesus. 

Yet, Jesus still loves them and is still trying to reach them. Most would think our team is crazy for even trying to reach these people. Not only was it pouring rain, not only was there human excrement on the floor, but the likelihood of these people even remembering anything from the service in the morning, was slim. 

I was blown away last night by how much Jesus loves and cares for these people. One of the drunkards was only wearing a thin t-shirt and was going to be sleeping outside that night. One of the members of our team gave him the jacket off of his back so he could be warm. Hugs were given all around. People talked and prayed together. It was a blessing to watch Christ's body moving about to reach these people for the gospel.