Tonight Scott took me to downtown Memphis for an exhibit at the Disciple Gallery on Main Street. Craig Thompson, the photographer who accompanied those on Hope’s mission to Haiti, showcased his photographs from the trip.
As we approached the gallery, I didn’t know what to expect.
Several pictures hung on the walls. Faces from Haiti were illuminated, eyes filled with deep, rich emotion.
On the other side of these faces were those from Hope Church who had traveled many, many miles to help their Haitian brothers and sisters.
As more of our congregation filed into the old brick building, I was in awe.
I felt so much admiration looking out into the crowd, but not the admiration I had expected.
I had imagined heroes, outspoken characters possessing superhuman strength, witty two word comebacks, robed in an air of superiority.
But looking into their faces, I saw none of what I imagined.
I saw unspoken, understated heroes. Regular people stood before me. Average Joes admired the photographs and God’s work. Humble and warm, I saw their lives touched by God’s love, not a people saluting their own strength.
To see 34 people enacting all for the glory of God was an amazing experience.
I left the gallery feeling inspired, full of admiration, and completely thankful to God for touching all our lives so introspectively, specifically, and outwardly. It is an amazing God we serve, and we are all so blessed for Craig’s gift. He certainly captured some of the most precious moments to share with all of us.
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