by Kalli Biegel

As a “people watcher” my senses have often been overwhelmed since arriving in Vancouver. Every turn is a new adventure, a journey of revelations. It seems as though the entire world has joined us here in the city, each person with their own unique beliefs and agendas, which has led to this marvelous kaleidoscope of colors, cultures and celebrations. It’s magnificent to watch and even more amazing to be a part of. And yet, with all of the diversity all around us all the time, there is a sense of unity as well. For this moment in time, for better or for worse, we areVancouver. The protesters, the athletes, believers and non-believers, visitors and residents alike, we’re all here together in this one epic moment. Just a fragment of something greater than any of us could comprehend.

The weekend was eventful. From the first “Buying Sex Is Not A Sport” stand in on Saturday, where many people from all walks of life (including several YWAM teams and leaders) gathered together to stand as one against the injustice of human trafficking, to the Memorial March on Sunday in memory and honor of those who have been lost. It was a great weekend in Vancouver and even better in God’s Kingdom. People with such diverse backgrounds and beliefs all coming together with one message. THAT is unity.

God is awesome in THIS place and He is revealing His heart for this city more every day. Handing out hot chocolate with a smile, singing and dancing on a street corner offering free prayer, random acts of kindness: These are just a few of the sparks taking place that God is going to use to set a wildfire in this city.

While prayer walking down at Waterfront Station I was standing at the bottom of the hill waiting at the crosswalk and had the most amazing glimpse of God’s heart. There was a sea of people all rushing down the hill and coming from each side, flooding the sidewalks in their hurry to get to the train. Apparently I was in a prime spot because it seemed as though they were all rushing toward me, impatient to get to where I was standing and in that moment I just felt God’s heart for the people of this city. He wants all of Vancouver rushing into His arms, in a hurry to get toHim. That’s why we’re all here, to let loose the flood gates and pray against all barriers Satan has established in this city. Two million people live in Vancouver and there are possibly a million more are here for the Games. Three million people…And God doesn’t want a single soul to miss His train.

“So powerful is the light of unity that it can illuminate the whole earth.”

May we all be praying against the barriers that keep us separated. We are one and stronger as such.

God Bless.