By now, you have probably heard about the earthquake that happened in Peru on August 15. This was a major natural disaster and has resulted in the deaths of more than 500 people in the states of Ica, Pisco and Chincha. Thousands more have been directly affected. Many people are without homes, food, water or any other basic needs. I have been in contact with people from the churches in Cusco. The earthquake was felt there, but thankfully nothing was damaged and no one was injured. My host mom said the movement of the earth felt like a boat and lasted for about 2 minutes. It was a very scary experience for many people throughout the country.
My prayer has been that somehow, through this disaster, God would show Himself powerful and would draw the people of Peru close to Himself. It is also a chance for the churches in Peru to rise up and show the love of Jesus by providing practical help to those who are desperately in need right now. I pray that aid would come to those people and that their needs would be provided for. Let God be exalted over all the earth!
