I prayed for days before entering their home that the Creator of the Universe would allow me to be a light, and within the first ten minutes of entering their home, God spoke back. It went something like this...
Sitting nervously on their couch, I was attempting small talk which is a struggle for me in English, a bit interesting in Spanish, and for the LOVE... in Arabic? :) The dad asked my name. I replied pronouncing Laura with the Spanish accent that seemed to be more easily pronounced by the native Arabic speakers. He made me repeat myself a few times and then began pointing at the ceiling. He was beaming as he then pointed to himself and through charades, the Holy Spirit, and some previous knowledge I'd gained in Arabic names he communicated to me that his name was Nordeen (light of religion/light of God), that he was going to call me "Nora" since that was a common Arabic name and it sounded so very similar to "Laura/Lora," and with more and more pointing to the ceiling he emphasized that both of our names referenced light... like the overhead light directly above our heads.
Even now my spirit is moved remembering how much the Creator of the universe wants each of us to know Him as our Daddy. He knows my name... in EVERY language.
Now, as for the wine. It was delicious. Great choice Brent & Erin! So thoughtful of you to choose a Spanish wine, and so thoughtful of God to have it named Nora. I love you all, because you first loved me. Praise His name!
From the back label, "This wine was born on the banks of the Miño, the great river of Galicia. Here is flows slowly through its last leg of its long journey to the Atlantic. The vineyards are surrounded by pine and eucalyptus forests and the ruins of ancient Celtic fortresses. In the midst of this poetic landscape, Albariño, the queen of Spanish white varietals, ripens slowly. The wine draws your attention with aromas of ripe apples and peaches. On the palate Nora has an excellent balance of fresh fruit flavors and rich silky texture."
