The following is a compilation of my own thoughts, and some from Chris Alexander, president of CGI, who is leading us on our trip here in Cambodia.
For the past two mornings, I have been awakened by a loudspeaker somewhere behind the hotel that is broadcasting the news of someone's death. It is difficult to explain in writing. The sound can literally be heard for miles and it goes on from dawn until after dark! I even held the phone out the first morning I was here for Mick and the kids to hear it - and they could hear it with no problem.
Chris's thoughts: It is a mournful song. It is also a chant. Mostly, I guess, it is sad and in a way epitomizes what it means to die in this place. It reminds me that this is a country where the vast majority of people are Buddhist. It also reminds me that this is a country where for most people there is little to fill life with hope. Karma is unforgiving and leaves no room for grace. The chant speaks to the end of life. It sings of a destiny that we all share but here there is always something missing..
Jesus.
As you read this, would you please take just a moment to pray for the people of the Kingdom of Cambodia? Pray specifically for the Good News of what God has done for all people through the gift of his Son to spread like wildfire through this land. Pray that their sadness will one day turn to joy as they share with us in the hope of eternal life!
If the Son sets you free, you are free indeed.
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