My first thoughts after stepping foot in the Lira prison were the complete opposite thoughts I expected to have. I felt peace..hope..and the overwhelming love of Christ. Not for one second did I feel unsafe.
Two of our translators preached the gospel and the response was shocking. Many began to stand up and worship..others shared their testimonies. 2 SALVATIONS…and many that needed the prayer of healing.
One boy’s piercing eyes and crossed arms caught my attention. I felt his heart was hardened but yet interested. I wanted nothing more than to go and have a conversation with him. I wanted to hear his story, ask him how he felt about everything, and share with him that nothing in his past or future could separate him from the love of Christ.
There was one guard and around 100 prisoners. Afterwards our team shared our thoughts of how we felt about the prison. Many were terrified, but Jane and I felt completely drawn to it. For what reason…I have no idea..but there is a reason why our hearts broke for these young men. Although we would do anything to be able to talk to them one on one..we were told it wasn’t safe. But I will figure out a way to reach out. The Lords voice will not be silenced. He will soften the hearts of those in need of His love and grace. I have faith in this. Even if the outcome isn’t what we hope and pray for.. we will remember that in the end it is all part of the Lords perfect plan.
Please be praying for these men. That the Lord will speak clearly to Jane and I…that we would understand why our hearts feel the way they do. That we would understand what needs to be done. All for the Glory of Christ.
