Yesterday I had an awesome time at speakers’ corner. My heart was really broken by several people being ruder than anyone else and doing so in Jesus’ name. I took some time to pray that God would give me peace, that he would speak through me and, among other things, that those who call Jesus Lord would show Jesus’ love. Eventually I joined a conversation between a Christian and two Muslims. By the time I entered the conversation the other Christian was ready for a break, so I became the main Christian speaker. Pretty rapidly more and more Muslims made a circle around us. I had an attentive audience of at least twenty (Some were attentive only to catch points in my speech on which they could catch me). This debate really challenged me to learn my scriptures better. We were able to have a very civil discussion (relative to other discussions at the corner). The man I was speaking with even backed me up when I asked one fellow not to interrupt me. I am convinced respect is earned through respect. I gave the Muslim firm affirmations whenever I agreed with what he said. Looking back at the conversation I had been able to have, I really felt God had answered my prayer.
So far on this trip I have had my musical abilities affirmed. I am realizing how much I enjoy serving the body and honoring God through music.
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