I went to City Church in Klaipeda, Lithuania today while on my abroad trip to Europe and Asia. This church service was great because I saw the power of the Joy of The Lord. My idea and experience so far in Lithuania has been very positive. One interesting thing that I have observed is that people in Lithuania do not naturally smile and wave at strangers, this is not necessarily because they are mad or unhappy, but it is just different from the way that I am used to greeting and being greeted in the USA. Getting used to this difference has been interesting for me because I am naturally inclined to think that those people who do not smile are upset.
The one place that I had a different experience was at City Church. This was the first place that we walked into and had people genuinely excited to see our group of students. Also, one of the members of the church exclaimed "People of God!" as we walked in. The abundance of smiles and welcoming "God Bless You's" was totally uplifting and encouraging. These people were shining with the Joy of The Lord.
How cool it was to worship with brothers and sisters who I may never see again on this earth but will worship with in Heaven for eternity!
Gloria a Dios!
Jake | Allbaugh
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Praise the Lord Jake! Thank you for posting. God is showing you and giving you an eternal vision. Looking forward to hearing more about your journey. Bless God brotha....
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