This is a special set of reflections by the children of Jake & Tracie Peterson. This was their second year on the Thailand trip and they wanted to share some of their thoughts.
One thing that was hard to see for me was at the night markets, blind beggars being stepped over in the middle of the street. So many sad things but I know God is taking care of them. I was amazed at was in the middle of the worlds brokenness, there are people and who are sharing and being lights for Christ from the city to the jungle. When I get home I will be less self-centered, thinking more of others, looking how to love and serve.
– Ellie Peterson, 12
It was hard to see all the Karen people who had been run out of their homes by the Burmese army. I was amazed that there were Christian churches in the middle of the jungle. When I’m home I will be more thankful for what I have instead of wanting more.
– Owen Peterson, 10
It was hard to meet kids that were split apart from their families. I was glad to see God giving them new families through the church. Back home I will be less shy and more brave.
– Lucy Peterson, 8
It was hard for me to hear and see people who had to run away from home to safety from the Burmese army. I liked seeing people who didn’t know Jesus coming to know Jesus. I will be more thankful back home.
– Ava Peterson, 6
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Peterson family you are also amazing. I loved hearing your children’s thoughts about the trip and their goals when they come back home.