Update Letter – August 2010

Dear Loved Ones,

It is with great joy that we send out this update to you. We are excited about what the Lord has been doing in our lives and ministry. His Spirit has been going ahead of us, preparing hearts for His word, and He has done a work.

A Word of Exhortation: We want to encourage your love and labor for the Lord Jesus Christ. Oft times, in our own “bubble of ministry,” we can only see a little of what God is doing, but Sara and I have the privilege of seeing several different fires burning. Know confidently that God is moving in churches across the nation. He still desires souls to be saved, discipled, and sent forth. And He is still accomplishing His desires by His Word and by His Spirit. Continue praying, preaching, and believing. Be faithful as He which called us is faithful.

Reasons to Rejoice: Since our last update in May, we have been able to minister in ten different ministries in nine different states. What a joy it was to co-labor with pastors, camp         directors, and other dedicated servants of Christ. Some planted, some watered, and God gave the increase with over 75 saved in those meetings! Thank you for your prayers.

We are also rejoicing over God’s provision to us in the area of health. He has been faithful to provide several medical doors to walk through. We trust His timing and direction. We are thankful for His care of the physical needs, which always serves to remind us of His care of the spiritual needs.

We also rejoice in the Lord’s ministering to us in our personal walks with Him. Both of us have seen His Spirit intensifying our desires for a selfless service and a more intimate relationship with Christ. We attribute this to the Spirit’s response to your prayers. We earnestly covet your continued intercession for us.

Prayer Requests: We ask you to pray for us specifically for two things. First, I am reminded of the words of Whitefield, who said, “Lord, I am weary in thy work, but not weary of thy work.” It has been a moving, busy schedule, but well worth it. We agree with Paul in that we would very gladly spend and be spent for the Lord and souls, but please pray for strength and perseverance.

Secondly, we are in a desperate need of the Lord’s power in our lives to minister. We want others to see Christ in us, and we want to minister the Word of God in persuasive, effective authority. Please intercede for this as well.

We hope to see you soon. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all!