This past Saturday was a dark time for Nepal after they were hit by a 7.9 earthquake, which left many hurt and in despair. This earthquake left mass destruction in its aftermath with many left hurt and many buildings were leveled. Historical monuments and other ancient buildings were leveled to the ground. Major highways were destroyed. Most of the houses in Nepal are well over thirty years old.
It was reported that in some isolated parts of Nepal, the quake triggered landslides which swept away a whole village. It triggered an avalanche at Mount Everest, killing at least 17 mountaineers, and seriously injuring 61 climbers. The quake hit in the middle of church services (services are on Saturday), killing 35 known Christians but church buildings in Nepal are modern and small, which prevented larger damage.
So, it's time we come together and pray for those who are left with the ruins of an earthquake, for the families who have lost loved ones, and for those who have yet to be found. God's mercy and love is needed in Nepal in the aftermath of this disaster.
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