so much happening, so little internet

I've resided the fact that I can't consistently share what's been happening here through the web. Despite other less developed countries in Africa having better access to hi-speed web, the government controlled single server has tremendous limitations.

Enough about that.

We've contemplated not coming back to the states a few times. I think I'm joking. I've been abroad enough and seen my fair share of poverty that witnessing it no longer paralyzes me. It's tragic, to be sure, but whereas some look at the troubling conditions and many injustices and cannot see beyond that, my thoughts continually push towards the incredible potential and possibility this country has to offer the world.

Ethiopians are unique in so many respects and the reasons are too complex and wordy for a brief synopsis of the trip. Suffice it to say, one begins to see how this country, particularly the capital Addis Ababa, is going to be strategically used to lead and impact Africa, reach Islam in the Middle East and perhaps transform this world.

Sounds audacious? Not when you witness the vision and passion of people at Beza International. Their statement is the "empower people with the word of God to transform society." And they are doing it in ways I've not seen before.

Last month, Beza had an African prayer breakfast where several African heads of state, foreign ministers and other leading politicians came together to genuinely pray for their continent. It wasn't a dog-and-pony show, it was taking serious the words of Christ and honestly praying into each other's lives. At the same time, Beza is making a serious impact on Entoto Mountain where over 3000 HIV infected individuals are fighting for their lives and are what many consider a forgotten people.

Forgotten people. Heads of State.

You don't have to stretch your imagination too far when you begin to see what is happening in just 3 years.

So inspired.

We're here for two more days. Trying to enjoy every second of it.