Evangelism has looked really different here in Guatemala. Every week we’ve had ATL days, “Ask the Lord” days. We would start with a teaching in the morning on something specific, like hearing the voice of the Lord or walking in authority, and then we’d actually go out and practice it. Not just talk about it, but live it. We’d head into the city and ask the Lord where to go, who to talk to, and what to say. At first, that felt uncomfortable. Walking up to strangers, not always knowing the language, and trusting that God would show up in those conversations took a lot of surrender. Communicating the Gospel cross-culturally isn’t always easy. There are language barriers, cultural differences, and different understandings of faith and spirituality. You have to slow down, listen more, and rely on the Lord instead of your own words.

Antigua is such a unique place to do ministry. It’s one of the most beautiful cities I’ve ever been to, and you can feel that people come here searching for something; it was built in 1542 and has so much culture to explore. So many tourists come looking for a “spiritual experience,” but they don’t always know what they’re actually searching for. Getting to step into those moments and share the truth of who Jesus is has been really special. On our last ATL day, we focused specifically on talking to English speakers and tourists. That day stuck with me. It reminded me that evangelism isn’t just something for overseas; it's something we’re called to everywhere, even back home. The people we talked to came from all over the world, but they were all searching for something deeper. People are open to the Gospel; they just need someone willing to start the conversation.

One moment that stood out to me was a conversation with a girl sitting alone at a coffee shop. We started talking casually, and it turned into a deeper conversation about faith and purpose. She shared that she came to Antigua hoping to “find clarity” and experience something spiritual. It was such a clear reminder that people are searching; they just don’t always know that what they’re looking for is Jesus. Getting to pray with her and speak truth over her life was something I won’t forget. At the same time, evangelism here has also come with urgency. There are a lot of people who are open, but there are also a lot of people who have strong spiritual beliefs. Many people in Guatemala still practice Mayan traditions and other forms of spirituality, including witchcraft. It’s a reminder that the Gospel isn’t just an option; it's truth. This season has taught me that evangelism isn’t about having the perfect words. It’s about obedience. It’s about being willing to go, to speak, and to trust that God will meet you there.

I’m leaving Guatemala with a deeper understanding that sharing the Gospel isn’t just for “mission trips." And if anything, ATL days have shown me that the same boldness and dependence on the Lord I’ve had here is something I want to carry with me wherever I go next.