Pablo prepared for weeks to perform at our final school concert. He was taking the spotlight to sing two songs and was so excited to invite his older brother to come and watch him. It was a formal event and Pablo's brother, Oscar didn't have anything to wear so he wasn't going to be able to make it. On Monday, Pablo talked with a friend and was able to get two new long sleeve button up shirts. One for him and one for Oscar. With a smile on his face, Oscar promised him that he would be there on Friday night!
My phone range at 9pm on Wednesday evening. Pablo was in tears and all I could make out was, "they killed my brother."
I spent most of the night with him, his family and his community as they grieved their loss. Oscar was 20 years old and expecting his first baby girl. Pablo spent the next few days grieving the loss of his brother and on Friday night, he showed up and sang what he was living....
Even in the roadblocks, even through the rough spots
When you feel you're giving all that you got
I'm with you in the next step, giving you the next breath
I'll be the voice saying you're gonna make it
When you're out there on you're own
You are never alone
Keep fighting the good fight
Please be encouraged that God is working all around us, even through the tough times. He is with you and He will give you the courage to continue on. Lean on Him and not you own understanding.
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