Smile, Smile ... and disappear.

There are many different kind of conflict solutions in the world today. Different cultures are practising different methods. Some are trying to solve problems by showing strength, threatening or even speaking on war. Others like here in Isaan and Laos many use the method: Smile, Smile and disappear.

To "Smile, Smile and disappear" looks first harmful, but it is really very destructive for everyone, especially for the children, for the weak. They will blame themselves and thinking that they are the root of the problems. And if you start to running, because of problems, you have to run the whole life. Because there are problems everywhere.

We are praising God for wonderful coworkers we have here in Ubon-Pakse.

1. They are really humble and invite the Helper, the Holy Spirit. And they forgive each other.

2. They are good example for others how to love one another and help with Grace.

By having a forgiving spirit, everyone is helped. And everyone can grow.

In new pioneer areas like here in Isaan and in Laos, the path of forgiveness needs to be more and more visible through us who have the Helper the Holy Spirit in us. We do not give up with each other or run, but solve the conflicts, with the help of God and people.

Then we get a living and strong testimony of God's mighty deeds .... in the middle of everyday life.

One Mission/Church matter: Here in Isaan and Laos, mission workers from different countries also Smile, Smile and Disappear ...... without passing on to othere their "learning experiences". To evaluate. To share the plus and the minus experiences to us who are left ..... all will be strengthened.