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| Egg hunters the day before Easter! Church It continues to be evident to me that the work of proclaiming the gospel and discipleship must be done within and by the Body of Christ. A healthy church is a sending point, training ground, and necessary support for those working directly to share the Gospel with the a community. The health and unity of the church is so important in the world knowing Jesus, that Jesus Himself prays, “22I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one— 23 I in them and you in me—so that they may be brought to complete unity. Then the world will know that you sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me.” -John 17:22-23 |
I am seeking God for wisdom on how to better equip myself for ministry in the church. I am growing in hunger to receive focused, intensive Bible training. This week, I’m in California to visit two seminaries.
Prayer for Joy
Lastly, I have truly experienced much spiritual warfare in the last few months. Seems that the evil one has tried so hard to distract and discourage my heart. Since I moved last June it has been challenging in new ways to be diligent in my own walk with the Lord. Making new friends, seeing where I fit in the kingdom work here, and learning to work with others in harmony has been a good exercise for me. The Father has been gracious in many ways and certainly is refining my understanding of myself and His kingdom. I don't say this for your pity, but to say that the work here has not been as glamorous one might expect. Each of us has these struggles, yet this year I've learned how consistent and strong a temptation there is to grow discouraged in the work of the Gospel.
Hanging out in the park!
From left: Mom (“Ama” in Nepali), Son, Daughter (recently arrived from Nepal), and a Burmese friend.
Easter Egg Hunt, Fellowship, and Volleyball!
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| Kids enjoying the festivities! After this egg hunt, "suprises" inside the eggs were used to tell the Easter story to American, Iraqi, Sudanese and Nepali children. |
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| Kids enjoy a game of real "football"! Beautiful to see American and Burmese children playing together in a game that unites the world! Which one looks like he belongs on the court? |
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| Action shot |
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| Enjoying the festivities! |
