This past weekend, I drove up to Grand Rapids for various reasons; a bachelorette party, wedding, meeting with people to share my STINT presentation and to be prayed over by my church at school. It was such a cool experience!
They asked me, as they do other missionaries, to come to the stage, share briefly how I was called to this specific ministry then, as a congregation, they prayed over me. They call this the Prayer Pit. So many people spoke truth and encouragement through their prayers, it brought a tear to my eye as I realized how caring and supportive this body of believers truly was toward me and this ministry.
"I pray for France, Lord, it is a dark and dry place. May she not only a light, but a flood light to Your power..."
"Give them intimacy with You as they prepare for this time of ministry..."
"Jesus grant them safety in travels..."
"Supply each of their needs so they may do Your work..."
Man, it was sweet! I am truly thankful for not only the experience and encouragement, but also the support of this group of Christ followers.
This week in Grand Rapids, I have been able to meet with 3 families and God had truly shown up once again in both prayer and financial support! I love the conversations that spring forth from presenting to people -- it seems to be a time of refocus for all on what is truly important in life, the ETERNAL PERSPECTIVE! How cool that all parties involved help in furthering God's Kingdom!!
Prayer Request:
- Diligence in my personal quiet times
- More opportunities to meet and present with people
- Prayer for the staff in the NAMESTAN office in Paris, France