We visited the "Grotto," a resort near Techiman, and a holy place of the Catholic church, where people often come to pray.  It was a beautiful piece of property, quiet and peaceful, and we enjoyed the clambering over the rocks and the sights of nature.  Here are some pictures for you to enjoy!

 

 

 

 

This is the table where incense and candles are burned

 

 

 

Many people who come to this place believe that the rocks have special healing powers. You can see in this picture where people have scooped out the rock, which seemed to be some kind of sandstone. They then mix the grit with water and drink it hoping it will cure their illness.

 

Along the way there are many statues, meant to depict the trial, sufferings and crucifixion of Jesus Christ, climaxing with His body lying in the tomb. We realized that there was no empty tomb, and no ascension into Heaven and the thought was very sad to me. What would the gospel be without a resurrected Lord? Where is our hope if there is nothing after the grave?

 I am so thankful to know that we serve a Risen Savior! The tomb was not the end, Jesus Christ is alive! He is in Heaven offering that same abundant and eternal life to all those that will repent of their sins and believe on Him. We have a blessed hope!

 

 

 

"I serve a risen Savior/ He's in the world today

I know that He is with me/ whatever men may say

I see His hand of mercy/ I hear His voice of cheer

None other is so loving/ so good and kind

He lives, He lives/ Christ Jesus lives today!"

 

Hello From Ghana, West Africa!

   Let me begin by apologizing for not having posted sooner. Internet connection has been a constant struggle for us! When we have been somewhere with Wi-Fi we have not had the time to do a post. But finally we have the opportunity to do so and hope you enjoy!


Where we are staying:

 

The Bethesda Home in Krobo

 

 

 

Our Bedroom!

 

 

 

 

 

Village Scenes!

 

What We Have Been Doing:

 

 

Visiting the various Church Plants

 

 

Washing clothes- African Style!

(I was amazed at how clean they came!)

 

 

Visitation in different villages

 

 

 

 

Teaching Chapel at the school!

 

 

Three Different classes with about 260

children in each class!

 

We have also begun devotions with the high school girls every morning. God has been so good and blessed us amazingly! At times it has been very difficult (different culture, strange food, lack of contact with the outside world, no hot water) but it is in our weakness that He is made strong!