It is hard to believe I have been in Argentina now for over two weeks. Culture shock seems to blur all the days together. Learning the subway system, buses, and streets is overwhelming. Monday through Thursday mornings I have Spanish class, then I spend the rest of the day either in the Kairos office or with Dr. Padilla. This morning I just finished constructing a paper from which Dr. Padilla will use to write a chapter to an upcoming book. He is also having me read about the political revolutions throughout central america and the response of the church.
Some of the stories I have read are shocking. I wonder how could so much injustice happen so close to home without any international recognition? These stories make me neither sympathetic to the fascist governments nor the marxist revolutionists, but make my heart break for the atrocities committed by both sides in the name of "justice." What a thin line mankind walks when he deems his actions justified at the cost of another's life.
Although working in Bangkok was a life changing experience, my hope is that now I will be able to make a difference in another way. I feel convicted to always serve, but I also think it is important to take a step back and re-evaluate my life to see if I am being effective in the best possible way. I know this is a vague statement, but I hope in due time it will make more sense.
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