Gestures

You may have noticed in last week’s photo of the campers that some of the students used their fingers to gesture a V.  Although this may have originated as a victory symbol, or may mean peace to others, it has become a common gesture by those being photographed in East Asia.

That gesture is gradually being replaced by the one being demonstrated by Kathy-Lu.  It is a symbol for a heart.  (Read here about the origin of this gesture.)

The heart is often associated with love.  In some stories the size of one’s heart relates to generosity and compassion toward others.  It is also a symbol of trust.

The Bible has lots to say about our hearts.
One verse is:

• Praise the Lord that we are able to join together and pray with others, both those in Taiwan and also with you!
• Praise the Lord that the women of the church are arranging times for prayer and visitation.  Please pray for them as they minister in this way.
• February 28 is Peace Memorial Day in Taiwan.  It is a time to remember injustices of the past and commit ourselves to promoting peaceful existence. Please pray that there will be opportunities to talk with people about the peace