Thursday, July 2, 2009

The Long Anticipated...


After nearly 3 weeks of not updating those who read and follow my blog, I have found the time to write another installment. So quick update, things are going reasonably well. Life in general is just like life at home but without friends and family at home and school. But the Lord has made my job of the most enjoyable experiences in my life. Indeed, Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwiches has been a sort of home in itself. The guys and 2 gals who work there have been nothing short of friendly and I can feel God working in the hearts of those who are employed there. Thank you for your prayers in that aspect. I was asked about what I believe the other day at work and was able to go through a door that the Lord had opened and was able to share the Gospel with my co-workers. Though they were far from a response, I know that God will continue to work in their life. It also built the relationship between me and my co-workers. Keep praying that the Lord infiltrate Jimmy John's and that He will give me answers to their questions.

Thank you for prayers for the city of Fargo and Mission Fargo's ministry to it. The first public event of Mission Fargo was a cookout that reaped results only that God Himself knew could happen. After that, the Fisher's hosted a cookout at their home for the workers of the Pita Pit that allowed us to interact with them.

God has provided ample opportunities to minister to the people of Fargo-Moorhead. Whether it be in coffee shops, work places, restaurants, campuses, and other random places throughout the city, God is moving here in the city. God is also moving at an outdoor basketball complex in South Fargo called Dike West. There is definitely a need for God's presence there among the people. Most people there are internationals or people who are minorities. Those who are there love the game of basketball more than anything in the world. Can't blame them, I kind of like basketball my self. I feel that ministry at this place in the city is huge. The need there is huge! Pray for this area. Pray for our ministry there at the courts. Pray that the Lord use me as his instrument there. Also pray that God give me the strength to make it through each game. Playing for four hours at a time can really take a toll on the body. Others that I have befriended also ask me to work out and play sports with them. Pray that God give me the physical endurance to serve Him in that capacity.

Thank you for supporting me and wanting to keep up whether you're in Peru, Kentucky, or any other place on this planet. I am praying for you, my brothers and sisters in Christ everyday! Keep serving out Great God!!

I read in my Bible today about us as Christians being sent out by Christ as disciples. John 20:20-21 is Christ's command to us to go out among the world as His disciples, and to live amongst the people whom we are ministering to. In Fargo, we have learned how to live intentionally. Everyplace that you go, you can use that moment to glorify God by living intentionally to bring the lost closer to Him. It isn't an exact science. It can be as easy as me writing this to you who read it from a coffee shop a block off campus here in Fargo. It can be done in the work place, recreational places, any place for that matter. It doesn't have to be done just on the mission field in Fargo, North Dakota but in places like Bowling Green, KY and the campus of WKU!

Once again, thank you for your prayers and support!! I ask you to keep submitting our names before the Lord so we may add to His number. Go and live for Him!

2 comments:

  1. Your the Man! Praying for yall, tell Fish and Jeremy Hi for me... I love and miss those guys. Take care bro!

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  2. Nephew, I can tell you've matured so much in your time in Fargo. I'll be praying for all of ya!! Give J Rob a hug for me!
    -Uncle RyRy (haha)

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