It is getting hot! I mean really HOT! Not only is the mercury rising but also the pace of our schedule. Kirsten and I have picked up some more classes/Bible studies to teach, which every night for at least one of us. Although we have to guard ourselves against burning out, we are enjoying the various ministries and find joy in them.
As the Bible studies, tutoring, and other activities progress, it is a joy to pass on the message that God has been growing us as well. On a relational level, Kirsten and I have become more dependent on God and each other. We are learning what it means to carry each others' burdens together in a more practical way. The two of us are also beginning to see a larger picture develop for our time here. We do not envision spending our entire lives in Buff Bay. Our purpose and plan has always been to support Pastor Allen and help to train others to come alongside him. As we hit the 6 month mark in June, the focus and means of this vision are becoming clearer. Please pray for us as we wait on the Lord's guidance and wisdom to press forward.
One of the classes that has me really excited is a young men's Bible study. There are 6 guys that I have picked out to disciple/train. These are young men who have shown some enthusiasm or ability to lead others. As Paul instructed Timothy to entrust the Gospel to faithful men so that they may do the same, so is the idea behind this Bible study. We are praying that these guys will take away from the study a sturdy foundation on Scripture and a hunger to serve the Lord.
Kirsten has also begun tutoring students. Many have great difficulty reading on a basic level, so English/reading instruction is a needed ministry. The difficulty many have in reading and comprehension plays out in an inability to study the Scriptures fully or in a deeper way. Please pray for this new arm of the ministry that Kirsten may guide and encourage those who have shut out the joy of learning due to the frustration of not being good at it.
As the summer approaches Kirsten and I have been planning on running a summer softball league for the youth fellowship. We hope that this will give the regulars an opportunity to practice evangelism while enjoying playing the game. We are also planning on carrying out a week or two of English camp. We are hoping that this will benefit many young kids, teenagers, and even some young adults. Please pray as we prepare for these ministries. We are hoping that God may bless these things and will draw people to Himself through them. We also are hoping they will be well received and people will have a blast!
Until next time...here are some pictures of the Jamaican sensation Usain Bolt, our pineapple, and (introducing) Liquid Metal and Super Bubble at youth fellowship Superhero Night!
More pictures can be found by clicking here.
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