Last days at Café Jabes

April 18, 19 were the last days before the café closed for good. About 200 to 250 people crammed into the café for one last time. Despite the sad eyes and down cast spirits every one was enjoying a night of worship, played by 5 local Christian bands well know to Kristansand. Gretchen, Luda, Lindsey and I worked hard behind the counter to makes sure everyone was well taken care of we also gave out gratis (free) coffee, tea, fruit and cake. It was our goal to end this season praising God for all He has done here and to go out with a smile knowing God won’t stop here but there is even greater to come. Many people came to me through out the night asking, “What am I suppose to do now? This was my second home.” with a sad heart for these people all I could say is “God will provide, He has not forgotten you.” I had the opportunity to be interviewed by the local TV news (TVSør) they asked me questions about the café, why it’s good for the city, and should the city step up to open something like this. It’s the TV stations goal to make the city more aware of the need for a Christian, alcohol free café environment. We ended the night later then normal, Mike and I didn’t want to leave knowing we would never walk through those doors again to see and connect with these people. The doors are now closed and into the hands of the Lord we trust He will still make way for us to connect with all those we have made relation with. God is not done!