John 5:17 and picnic mbili (two)

     This morning at church we read John 5:1-18.  Verse 17 is full of meaning and application.  "My Father is working until now, and I am working."  I witness these living words of Jesus each day.  They are for the present.  He didn't say, "I have worked."  He said, "I am working."  Jesus continues to work alongside God, our Father, to draw these children to Himself.  He provides for all of our needs as we seek to know him and love him.  
     You could see this verse in action on Saturday, February 26th.  I attended my second village picnic.  Last time Paul was here, this time my great aunt and uncle are here.  It began with an egg and spoon relay, followed by a water relay.  

Then the younger children played with balloons and bubbles while the older children played soccer.  

Everyone came together to eat samosas, banana chips, carrot sticks, and mango. 

The grand finale was when the children received lollipops that had been donated by one of their church members.  Sugar is a rare treat so they cherish each opportunity to have something sweet. Oddly enough, in Swahili sweets are called pipi (pronounced pee pee).  I learned this while teaching the letter "P" to my preschool class.