Battle

On Monday (June 29th), we visited the site of several Buddhist temples and a Shinto shrine in Kamakura. We were in the midst of a spiritual battle, especially at the site of the "Big Buddha". We were overwhelmed by the emptiness and presence of evil. We prayed and prayer walked throughout. It was definitely a relief to know that God was protecting and sending us His healing balm.

Yesterday (June 30th), we visited Waseda University. We helped the Christian student program with their survey of students and their religious beliefs. It is amazing to know that so many have no faith whatsoever. Afterwards, we took a side trip to Ochanomizu. After prayerwalking the streets, we stopped in the Christian Center. It was good to be surrounded by the faithful.

Today we took the time for much needed R&R. Of course for those of you who know me, that means shopping! Some of us, took in the sights, or had adventures in train rides. Anna and I spent the day in the Mitaka shopping district near the train station or eki. It was fun. After laundry, dinner & reading through emails, it has been a long day. Of course, to those on the east coast in the US, it's just late morning! Tomorrow, we resume our prayerwalking. We'll be at the Imperial Palace and perhaps another site.

This has been an eventful trip. I am looking forward to visiting with a friend I haven't seen in 17yrs - before she had a husband and 3 kids! Lots of fun.