"The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me, your steadfast love, O Lord, endures forever." Psalm 138:8a
The simple pleasures of serving Taiwan has been beautiful in its own way. One of the memories that stands out is the first day meeting the other teachers. It reminds me that small actions can make big waves - cooking a good meal with everyone can make a room full of strangers into friends. It creates a bond that connects all races, nationalities and backgrounds. Seeing the smiles on everyone's face as the meal begins causes a thankfulness that everyone shares.
Unspoken connections is part of the daily life here, things that would usually go unnoticed and ignored in America are quite the opposite in Taiwan. You would get invited for dinner for just smiling and waving while biking by locals who are BBQing.
Let your light shine
"This little light of mine, I'm gonna let it shine."
It's interesting teaching little light to the kids, with big eyes they listen to a song they never heard before. Soon they sing along and the whole class is filled with music. Little do they know that the simple song has a deeper meaning to it. The next day they find out the meaning. A skit is acted out about not giving up when the going gets tough. Let your light shine even when it's hard.
I once read that "Smiles don't need translations". So much can be said with just body language and a smile, so much love can shine though.
"Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven." - Matthew 5:16
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Hannah Eng is currently serving with VOICE Missions on the Chiayi team. Born and raised in Florida, she went to culinary school. Her hobbies include dancing, hiking, cooking and spending time with friends and family.
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