Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Heading Home
Sorry guys! Haven't had a chance to update in a little while with all the travel and debrief stuff I've had to do. I'm boarding a plane out of Manila in 6 1/2 hours and looking forward to seeing you all. I love and miss you very much. See you soon!
Sunday, July 19, 2009
July 19, 2009 12:47 pm
Well, spent all day in bed on Friday and Saturday. I wasn't able to preach Friday night. Both of those days felt like the longest days of my life-- very little comfort and very little sleep.
Last night was better, I only woke up once. I was running a fever so I took some medication and immediately fell back asleep. It was a lot of res compared to the previous two nights.
I've felt much better today, which is a blessing because I'm officially out of medication. I still have a sore throat but that will heal with time.
I praise God that I felt well enough to attend the services today. They are the highlight of my week. Open Door Baptist Church is alive and working to expand God's kingdom. After the welcome they acknowledged our team and thanked us for the work that we had done this summer. This will be our last Sunday in San Pablo City because we will be travelling to Manila for debrief next Sunday.
I know that I am the missionary and I came to encourage this body of believers and teach them how to follow God closer, but I think I've learned more from them in these past few months.
Pray that this last week s glory filled and that God's love for the people is poured out through us. Pray that God comforts us and the people of Open Door as we prepare to leave. While I know I may never see many of these people again in this life, I am comforted in knowing I will spend an eternity with them in Heaven. Praise God for His faithfulness. Praise God for His goodness. Praise God for His loving sacrifice. Praise God because He is worthy to be praised!
Last night was better, I only woke up once. I was running a fever so I took some medication and immediately fell back asleep. It was a lot of res compared to the previous two nights.
I've felt much better today, which is a blessing because I'm officially out of medication. I still have a sore throat but that will heal with time.
I praise God that I felt well enough to attend the services today. They are the highlight of my week. Open Door Baptist Church is alive and working to expand God's kingdom. After the welcome they acknowledged our team and thanked us for the work that we had done this summer. This will be our last Sunday in San Pablo City because we will be travelling to Manila for debrief next Sunday.
I know that I am the missionary and I came to encourage this body of believers and teach them how to follow God closer, but I think I've learned more from them in these past few months.
Pray that this last week s glory filled and that God's love for the people is poured out through us. Pray that God comforts us and the people of Open Door as we prepare to leave. While I know I may never see many of these people again in this life, I am comforted in knowing I will spend an eternity with them in Heaven. Praise God for His faithfulness. Praise God for His goodness. Praise God for His loving sacrifice. Praise God because He is worthy to be praised!
July 17, 2009 6:11 am
Gosh, I feel worse than I have in a long time. My nose is congested and its hard to breathe, my throat is sore, and my muscles are aching in my arms and legs. I don't have a lot of medication with me but I'm using what I have.
This s not good because I'm supposed to preach at the prayer meeting this afternoon.
Pray that God removes this sickness if its in His will, or that He gives me a strong voice and clear throat for only twenty minutes so that I can deliver His message.
This s not good because I'm supposed to preach at the prayer meeting this afternoon.
Pray that God removes this sickness if its in His will, or that He gives me a strong voice and clear throat for only twenty minutes so that I can deliver His message.
July 16, 2009 9:13 am
First monthly exam testing day for the students. It's dead around here because all of the kids are locked away studying. The examinations begin at 12:30 today.
Be in prayer for me, I haven't felt very well these last few days. Runny nose, sore throat, headache. I took a long nap yesterday afternoon so hopefully that helps!
I also feel like I'm under attack from Satan. There are so many things going through my mind and nothing seems to make much sense.
My prayer today is Ephesians 6:12, without acknowledging my enemy I can't overcome Him.
Be in prayer for me, I haven't felt very well these last few days. Runny nose, sore throat, headache. I took a long nap yesterday afternoon so hopefully that helps!
I also feel like I'm under attack from Satan. There are so many things going through my mind and nothing seems to make much sense.
My prayer today is Ephesians 6:12, without acknowledging my enemy I can't overcome Him.
June 14, 2009 3:10 pm
Going to the mall in Lipa provided a nice break. I'm done with my shopping for people back home. We ate a Pizza Hut again for lunch. In the afternoon Krista and Hailey got massages and Jenny and I watched Ice Age 3.
This morning we got around and helped the kids with chores. I prepared my devotional for Friday while Hailey and Krista worked on their monthly exams for Christian Education. I'm breaking apart Acts 12 and discussing 6 major aspects of the power of prayer. I'm excited for this opportunity!
This afternoon we ran to the local market to get a few errands accomplished. I went ahead and got another haircut.
Rained ALL DAY again!
This morning we got around and helped the kids with chores. I prepared my devotional for Friday while Hailey and Krista worked on their monthly exams for Christian Education. I'm breaking apart Acts 12 and discussing 6 major aspects of the power of prayer. I'm excited for this opportunity!
This afternoon we ran to the local market to get a few errands accomplished. I went ahead and got another haircut.
Rained ALL DAY again!
July 13, 2009 9:26 am
Sunday Recap:
Sunday school went really well. I had 7 kids so it was very manageable. Jake was in Hailey's class and he got in trouble because he wouldn't listen to her. He would only stand in the corner and yell "Shut up!" He is one kids that needs a lot of individual attention. He has all the potential in the world but he is not in an environment that provides the structure he needs.
The service was very good. After the service one of the associate pastors asked me to preach a the next two prayer services. Pray that God uses me to encourage and build up His church body in San Pablo City.
Today we are going to the mall in Lipa to finish our souvenir shopping. School is cancelled and its pouring outside because another typhoon is in the area. Its very quiet around the Open Door complex.
Sunday school went really well. I had 7 kids so it was very manageable. Jake was in Hailey's class and he got in trouble because he wouldn't listen to her. He would only stand in the corner and yell "Shut up!" He is one kids that needs a lot of individual attention. He has all the potential in the world but he is not in an environment that provides the structure he needs.
The service was very good. After the service one of the associate pastors asked me to preach a the next two prayer services. Pray that God uses me to encourage and build up His church body in San Pablo City.
Today we are going to the mall in Lipa to finish our souvenir shopping. School is cancelled and its pouring outside because another typhoon is in the area. Its very quiet around the Open Door complex.
Friday, July 17, 2009
Prayer Request
Sorry, I only have a few minutes tonight so I won't have time to enter my journal entries for the week. I will update on Sunday evening.
I ask that you all pray for me, I am not feeling very well. I spent the day in bed and you wouldn't believe how long a day can seem if you are sick, but can't sleep.
I only have 8 more days at the orphanage and I don't want to waste a minute of that time in bed. Pray that the medicine starts working and that the Lord gives me strength like only He can.
I ask that you all pray for me, I am not feeling very well. I spent the day in bed and you wouldn't believe how long a day can seem if you are sick, but can't sleep.
I only have 8 more days at the orphanage and I don't want to waste a minute of that time in bed. Pray that the medicine starts working and that the Lord gives me strength like only He can.
Saturday, July 11, 2009
June 11, 2009 1:31 pm
This morning has been very calm. All of the kids are busy doing their Saturday chores. It gave us time to plan out our ministry schedule for the last two weeks.
This is kind of interesting-- supposedly there is a confirmed case of (A)H1N1 at a neighboring school. Open Door Christian Academy closed school next Monday-Wednesday. Thursday and Friday are monthly exam testing days so the kids will only come Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. Filipinos are very nervous about an outbreak because they say their government is not prepared. They don't have any medication readily available.
Tomorrow is Sunday! I'm teaching the 5th and 6th grade Sunday school classes. In the afternoon we will go to Conception for Mission Points.
This is kind of interesting-- supposedly there is a confirmed case of (A)H1N1 at a neighboring school. Open Door Christian Academy closed school next Monday-Wednesday. Thursday and Friday are monthly exam testing days so the kids will only come Thursday afternoon and Friday morning. Filipinos are very nervous about an outbreak because they say their government is not prepared. They don't have any medication readily available.
Tomorrow is Sunday! I'm teaching the 5th and 6th grade Sunday school classes. In the afternoon we will go to Conception for Mission Points.
June 10, 2009 11:03 pm
So... I have to go buy a 2nd suitcase. I've already planned to shove Jake in the first one, and now I need room for Kenneth too.
Kenneth is five years old and the baby of the orphanage. By "baby", I mean the youngest, because he is one of the toughest kids here. He is a very independent child that does not give affection easily. Usually he entertains himself for hours chasing bugs or killing ants. Tonight I walked into the common room of the orphanage and he was sitting on the couch, alone in the room, crying. I sat down beside him and asked him if he was alright. He shook his head no and crawled in my lap, laying his head on my chest. In a matter of minutes he managed to cry himself to sleep. I couldn't help but imagine how BIG God's plans are for this little boy in my arms. I prayed over him as I rubbed his back. Eventually, I carried him upstairs and tucked him in.
While all of the orphans have needs, their greatest need is the need for love.
Lord, I stand amazed at the beauty of your creation. I know that you have plans for every single child in this orphanage. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of their lives for the summer. You are my Rock and I praise You always.
Kenneth is five years old and the baby of the orphanage. By "baby", I mean the youngest, because he is one of the toughest kids here. He is a very independent child that does not give affection easily. Usually he entertains himself for hours chasing bugs or killing ants. Tonight I walked into the common room of the orphanage and he was sitting on the couch, alone in the room, crying. I sat down beside him and asked him if he was alright. He shook his head no and crawled in my lap, laying his head on my chest. In a matter of minutes he managed to cry himself to sleep. I couldn't help but imagine how BIG God's plans are for this little boy in my arms. I prayed over him as I rubbed his back. Eventually, I carried him upstairs and tucked him in.
While all of the orphans have needs, their greatest need is the need for love.
Lord, I stand amazed at the beauty of your creation. I know that you have plans for every single child in this orphanage. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of their lives for the summer. You are my Rock and I praise You always.
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