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“For the mountains may depart and the hills be removed, but my steadfast love shall not depart from you, and my covenant of peace shall not be removed,” says the Lord, who has compassion on you.”

Last week, I returned to Brazil for my third time on mission—and somehow, each time becomes more meaningful than the last. Each time I go back, the people, the places, and the presence of God seem to leave an even deeper mark on my heart. From the moment we stepped off the plane, it felt like coming back to my second home. We spent our days serving communities and people that have become familiar and precious to me—playing with the kids, working on projects, sharing meals, and most importantly, sharing God’s love.

Even though I’d been there before, nothing felt routine. Every hug, every smile, every prayer request, and every moment of worship reminded me of why I keep coming back. The joy, faith, and even the struggles of the people in Brazil continue to inspire me beyond words.

There’s nothing like the tight squeeze of the same familiar faces each time I visited. I will miss the sweet smiles, the jump rope contests, staying up late to play uno, the table full at each meal, and the encouragement of each individual there. Brazil continues to grow me exponentially in ways that can only be revealed through the Lord.

This trip wasn’t just another mission—it was a beautiful reminder of how God moves when we simply say “yes.” My heart is full, and I already can’t wait to return again if the Lord allows me to!