I had the opportunity to share the story of Jesus' death and resurrection in my classes today. I closed the lesson sharing the plan of salvation using the illustration of the cross becoming a bridge that allows us to have a personal relationship with God. Pray that the students are receptive to the message. The idea of a personal relationship is hard to grasp because the Catholic church has such a strong hold on this country.
Today has been a little rough, but I realize now that is because I've allowed it to be. I carried Wednesday's problem into Thursday-- no one showed up to the guys' bible study. My immediate reaction was hurtfulness or even embarrassment. It took me a day to put things in perspective. I'm making something about me when its not. It should only be about God.
God still has a plan, and even if I'm unsure of the plan now, I know that I will continually seek Him out. Instead of thinking about my own concerns, I should be asking myself what He's taught me through this struggle. God doesn't need me or my bible study to reveal His glory.
I'm really focusing on prayer these next few days and seeking the direction that He would have me go. I ask that you join me in this prayer.
I also ask for prayer tomorrow afternoon as I give the devotional during chapel hour to the school. English is not their first language, so pray specifically for understanding.
It's amazing how fast this week went by. I'll be home in 21 days!
Remember Ephesians 6:12, while it may be more evident in places like the Philippines, it is no less true in America. There is a battle being waged that can only be won through prayer. Are you in the fight?
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We enjoy reading how the Lord is using you to touch the lives of others. We pray that Christ will give you strength when discouragement tries to take hold. We pray Christ gives you Godly wisdom and boldness to share with those who so desperately need Christ. Remember 2 Timothy 4:17, "But the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed". May God bless you as you fulfill the Great Commission!
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