(pronounced "aaadi")
It means, "That's normal."
I've grown to like this Arabic phrase, however there are some instances where I wish this phrase did not have to be used...
Yesterday, we received the news that a student who used to frequent the Living Stones Center was killed by some settlers on the way north to Nablus. There were some rumors that he was getting out of a car with a knife. However the reality of young men, especially students, being targeted is all too common here. Whether he had bad intentions or not we don't know. However, we are praying for him, for his family, and for the many students who were close to him. His name is Abed.
In another vein, I listened to a song this morning called, "Always Beautiful." It's by Enter the Worship Circle. Some of the lyrics are as follows: "You Oh God have eyes to see what others hide in shame. You Oh God have ears to hear what broken people pray. And you call them back to Your Hand, and you call me again. Where can I run? Where can I go? Where can I hide myself from Your always beautiful?" (It is based off of Psalm 139). 3di. Amen.
2 comments:
Rebecca dear.
Just read your current blog. Be assured of my daily prayers for your health and the Holy Spirit's guidance and the awareness of our loving, gracious Lord.
The senseless shooting of your Palestinian friend if heart breaking! How long must they wait for peace and justice with security?
How proud I feel of you giving your work for the Lord on the West Bank,where so much is unsettled. I do pray for your safety, too.
Be assured of my love and prayers,
Jane Koonce
Rebecca dear,
I was thrilled to read your very current blog. It sems so long since we have been in contact.
The sadness of seeing friends killed so ruthlessly and no cause. How long will the dear Palestinians suffer?
It is wonderful that you are serving God on the West Bank. You are in my daily prayers. I do pray for your health, and your emotional and spiritual health, too.
I trust you this message from Aunt Jane Koonce.
Blessings and love!
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