the battle for souls

For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood (or against the powers that be in the sale of our home). As obstacles big and small come, I am recognizing more and more that this is a spiritual battle against the gates of hell and the powers of darkness in BiH.  Paul commands me in Ephesians 6:14 to "stand firm, having fastened on the belt of truth." Jesus is the Truth, and I cling to him and to the truth found in Psalm 56, "This I know, that God is for me...in God I trust, I shall not be afraid."

We take the "gospel of peace" (Eph. 6:15) to BiH, so Lord, use this time of uncertainty to grow us, build us, and prepare us to proclaim the mystery of the gospel to a people desperate for you. The battle belongs to the Lord. (2 Chronicles 20)

Kapljuh landscape

We continue to learn of the fascinating geography in Bosnia. Consider Kapljuh, an area with land infertile for agriculture yet fascinating in is own right.

According to this article, Roman milestone markers have been found in the area. Even more interesting, there are sink holes and an other-worldly appearance to the land.  Fascinating!

Watch the related video.

https://youtu.be/OO6f6YD5vNo

Sarajevo Haggadah

During this time of Holy Week and the Jewish celebration of Passover, I recently learned of a very historic, significant Haggadah which bears the sobriquet of Sarajevo. It has a fascinating story, and provides more texture of the culturally complex environment of Bosnia-Herzegovina.

Information from the National Museum
https://www.zemaljskimuzej.ba/en/archaeology/middle-ages/sarajevo-haggadah

More details from Wikipedia :)
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sarajevo_Haggadah