Hurricane Ike brought anything but laughter. In Hebrew, Ike is short for "Isaac" and has the definition of laughter. Even though there was devastation and many reasons not to laugh at the results of Ike, perhaps that is an indication of God's spirit as He looks down upon Galveston and the greater TX/LA area that got hit by Ike. God has done so many great things since Ike hit that has caused people to once again smile. The volunteers are coming, the churches are pulling together, donations are coming and the community is being uplifted by the relief efforts there.
I was there for a week and I was amazed at what God is doing. It's great to see people pull together and really rely on God to provide and see them through each day! Galveston Bible Church was flooded during Ike and they are currently torn apart while rebuilding efforts begin. They have opened their doors and hearts to Crisis Response to operate and others from the church have opened up the use of their homes and a warehouse as well. Many people are pitching in and being in Galveston has been a great experience.
These photos were taken while I was there.
Please keep TX in your prayers!
Blessings,
Mary
