We are finally here and in a house. I can’t say what is going to happen but I can tell you it is going to be an adventure. We are without water more then we have it. It is hot and I desperately want to take a cold shower. Even if we had water it would be warm. Everyone has been sick, tired, had break downs and wanted to quit. I would imagine it is especially hard for my parents, who are helping us get settled. I know they think we are crazy. I know I am crazy.
For us to move here I remembered my friend Tim saying the romance had to die if they would one day go to china. The adventure of living on a frontier is little relief when you want to sit in McDonalds eating a big mac. I did my best to kill the romance and make the decision to come here with a clear head. Thinking of just how hard it would be. In fact I did such a good job I no longer wanted to come. When we got here I looked for every reason to quit and leave. I prayed over and over again that God would show me I was wrong and that he is leading us to Rio de Janeiro.
He didn’t. He opened a house for us to get into. Bigger then I ever expected though it isn’t perfect. He has provided even more contacts in ministry. He is giving me visions for how we can encourage the overall church movement in the city. I have been out on the streets until 2 am feeding and evangelizing drug addicts, transvestite prostitutes and the homeless. I have met with pastors and missionaries and plan to go tonight to feed more homeless. All in a week I spent trying to convince myself to quit and leave.
Right now we just have a contract on the house for 2 months. I don’t know if we will still have the ability to continue then but for now we are here. Sick vomiting people and all we are here. Pray that God gives us the ability to learn and grow into this city. To deal with the heat, the dust, the lack of water. To be witnesses to the many neighbors and to be bold. Pray we move without fear but have wisdom in a city where we stick out like you can’t imagine.
We are blessed by the Lord to be here. The kids are getting healthy and we are happy to be together. Thank you for your prayers and your love. Look forward to seeing you all, hopefully before too long.
For us to move here I remembered my friend Tim saying the romance had to die if they would one day go to china. The adventure of living on a frontier is little relief when you want to sit in McDonalds eating a big mac. I did my best to kill the romance and make the decision to come here with a clear head. Thinking of just how hard it would be. In fact I did such a good job I no longer wanted to come. When we got here I looked for every reason to quit and leave. I prayed over and over again that God would show me I was wrong and that he is leading us to Rio de Janeiro.
He didn’t. He opened a house for us to get into. Bigger then I ever expected though it isn’t perfect. He has provided even more contacts in ministry. He is giving me visions for how we can encourage the overall church movement in the city. I have been out on the streets until 2 am feeding and evangelizing drug addicts, transvestite prostitutes and the homeless. I have met with pastors and missionaries and plan to go tonight to feed more homeless. All in a week I spent trying to convince myself to quit and leave.
Right now we just have a contract on the house for 2 months. I don’t know if we will still have the ability to continue then but for now we are here. Sick vomiting people and all we are here. Pray that God gives us the ability to learn and grow into this city. To deal with the heat, the dust, the lack of water. To be witnesses to the many neighbors and to be bold. Pray we move without fear but have wisdom in a city where we stick out like you can’t imagine.
We are blessed by the Lord to be here. The kids are getting healthy and we are happy to be together. Thank you for your prayers and your love. Look forward to seeing you all, hopefully before too long.
I can't imagine how hard this is for you and the family. Praying that you all experience the reward to pleasing God's heart in all of this. He is faithful. What He has laid on your heart will be fruitful. I am praying for the steadfastness needed right now to complete that which has begun.
ReplyDeletelove you guys. we are sure hoping to visit you there!