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!
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I'm so glad you are feeling a little bit better! I will be praying for you this last week and I can't wait to hear everything!
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We leave for Falls Creek in the morning and I will add you to our family group's prayer request list. We know that God will heal you and continue to use you during your last week. - rich
ReplyDeleteHi sweetie. I'm sure you will probably be in Manilla before you get to be on the computer again. I pray God continues to build your strength. Also praying for those who will remain at Open Door. God's Word always accomplishes the purpose for which it was sent. I love you bunches and can't wait to see you!! Aunt Lorrie (the one who loves you more than Jess)
ReplyDeleteSean, we just got back from Falls Creek. I'm sure that everyone can't wait to tell you how God moved in their lives. There was several salvation decisions. All the credit and glory goes to God! We cannot wait for you to get home. - rich
ReplyDeleteHey dude. It's Blake. :-) Man I really really missed you at Falls Creek. It was amazing. The speaker was so good. There was quite a few people with our church that asked Jesus in their heart. It was so exciting. I wish you were there. I can't wait to see you when you come back. I love you dude. God Bless. :-)
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