Romans 1:15

When putting together our video for deputation, we desired to emulate the video that the Apostle Paul made as much as possible.

In Paul's doctrinal treatise on Christianity, the Book of Romans, he expressed his great desire to preach to those that were in Italy. We share this same desire. As we are on deputation, we are presenting this video to the churches. We hope that in this video you will see the need for the Gospel to Italy, and also our heart's desire to serve God in that country.

So you will see that much like the missionary video the Apostle Paul put together... well, never mind.

Ephesians 5:16

Ahhhh.....the phone calls!

The moment so many have been waiting for. I started making calls this week trying to connect with like-minded pastors. It seems so easy -

1. I call the number of the church.

2. I ask the Secretary if I could speak with the Pastor and she pleasantly says "Sure, just a second..."

3. The pastor comes on the phone and we talk about my packet and the Great Commission.

4. He tells me that he is excited about what God has called me to and invites my family to his church.

Yeah.

Here are some examples why I am starting to think the above scenario is more of an "ideal" than reality! : ) These examples made me smile and I hope they make you laugh as well!

I call the number -

"DOO DO DOO - The number you have called has been disconnected, please try your number again."

I call the number -

Ring. Ring. Ring. Ring. (12 rings later) Ring. Ring.

I call the number -

Recording - "Hi you have reached *Such and Such* Baptist Church - our office hours are Monday and Wednesday from 10:30 - 3:00"

I call the number and then ask to speak with the pastor -

Secretary: (Trying to hold back the giggles) "Um, he is not available right now, can I take a message?"


- I love this stuff! Please pray.