After what has become a short drive (4 hours) on Saturday, we arrived at Millheim Baptist Church in Akron, Ohio. Pastor Lawrence quickly mentioned that the church was in a position to take on only one new missionary family for the year. He informed us that there were other missionaries the missions committee was considering on top of us and another missionary scheduled.
So as we went to bed that night we did not think there was a chance of support from this church, but still knew that God had us here for a reason.
In the morning Sunday School hour Michael presented our ministry and vision. Much to our delight Pastor Lawrence immediately got up and said “That was one of the best missionary presentations I have ever seen!” What a compliment!
Next was the Sunday AM service were Michael preached his heart out. After finishing the sermon - Pastor got up and asked the congregation if they were interested in partnering with us! Many “Amens” resounded throughout the church. We could not believe that out of all the missionaries they were considering - he was asking that question!
After the service he told us that he needs the missions committee to approve it, but that we should hear back from him in a few weeks.
This is was great lesson and encouragement for us. God is in complete control and is blessing us so much more than we deserve!
4 comments:
it's probably because you left Slava home this time.
Agreed! Leaving him home gave God the opportunity to work!
That view of the church looks exactly like the old Chapel at 1039 before they split it into two! And I am sure you posted that as a little "Happy Anniversary" to me and Dan... thanks! You guys are great!
Love the testimony! Makes us feel excited and encouraged... and we have yet to take our first trip- long or short!
I am sure Slava had nothing to do with it...
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