Good News Mother Church--English camp has been going on
First scene of Judgement House. Many lives have been changed. They are doing a remarkable job.
WATCH out for that kid...!
Photo credit and quotes: Scott L.
Friday, August 8, 2014
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Friday Morning in Taiwan
Update from Lary:
This is the wrap up day for both English camps - Bethel and Good News. We have Scott and Andy back with us today. Pray that all children will be able to comprehend the importance of Easter and what Jesus did for us at the cross, the significance of the empty tomb. Easter is the bible story focus for today. Pray that every child who has not made the most important decision in their life to accept Jesus will do so today. Doug, Robin, and I were the only ones who did not go to the Defense last night. We will go tonight. Scott commented that from beginning to end the performance was smooth, it clicked as well as it could. There are professional actors, I know the guy in the suicide scene Is a professional actor. I think we are going to hit a night market tonight as well. Pray that the power of the Holy Spirit will move in each child's heart, that they be set apart, that God would bless them indeed, that they would confess and repent of their sin, that God would enlarge their territory, that God would keep them from evil, so that they would not cause pain to God, themselves, or anyone else. Pray that God will use each one to bear much fruit for the the remainder of their days on earth.
This is the wrap up day for both English camps - Bethel and Good News. We have Scott and Andy back with us today. Pray that all children will be able to comprehend the importance of Easter and what Jesus did for us at the cross, the significance of the empty tomb. Easter is the bible story focus for today. Pray that every child who has not made the most important decision in their life to accept Jesus will do so today. Doug, Robin, and I were the only ones who did not go to the Defense last night. We will go tonight. Scott commented that from beginning to end the performance was smooth, it clicked as well as it could. There are professional actors, I know the guy in the suicide scene Is a professional actor. I think we are going to hit a night market tonight as well. Pray that the power of the Holy Spirit will move in each child's heart, that they be set apart, that God would bless them indeed, that they would confess and repent of their sin, that God would enlarge their territory, that God would keep them from evil, so that they would not cause pain to God, themselves, or anyone else. Pray that God will use each one to bear much fruit for the the remainder of their days on earth.
Wednesday, August 6, 2014
Togo Team is Finally Home
After many hours of delay, including a missed flight, and several more hours on stand-by, the Togo team finally all arrived home safe and sound late last night...except for those who took a side trip in Paris! Praise The Lord!
Just a reminder, that the following are the people who went, so if you happen to see them on Sunday or before, you might want to ask them for some great stories of what God did during their time there!
Jennifer B.
Janel D.
Shawn G.
Audrey G.
Elizabeth G.
Hannah G.
Jacob G.
Gary J.
Lara J.
Tony J.
Mikki M.
Jason R.
Karen R.
Dennis R.
Howard S.
Thank you so much for your prayers while the team was there! All the stories you heard and have yet to hear would not have been possible without you standing in the gap and interceding for them and the hearts of the Togolese people.
The Energizer Bunnies Just Keep Going in Taiwan
What a great week we have had so far! Pam and Don have almost 90 kids each day. 24 of them under 5 years of age. The other team spent two days building the Judgement House for the rest of the week. Wednesday we started the Good News Church VBS English camp. The first day we had 38 children. Very hot outside. Spent most of the day inside then outside for football and kickball. Lots of great worship. God is still protecting us and our families. Thanks!
Monday, August 4, 2014
Togo Team in the Air Now
Please be praying for the Togo team as they are traveling home. Below is their travel schedule. Thank you for your prayers.
Departure city Arrival city Dept. time Arrival time
They will be back in Kansas City August 5 at 2:53 pm!!
Taiwan - Urgent Prayer Request
The following is from Lary:
"We need to have as many people as possible praying the scriptures contained in Romans 10:1-16. No explanation needed. Also keep the people working the Bethel church English camp in prayer today and through Friday: Don, Pam, Mike C., Scott, Andy, Gabe, Charis, and Daphne. Also the interpreters there as well: Jessie, WaWa, and an individual at this church. They really need it as well. And for Mike C. who is going to watch the youngest group of kids today."
Here is Romans 10:1-16:
Brothers and sisters, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for the Israelites is that they may be saved. 2 For I can testify about them that they are zealous for God, but their zeal is not based on knowledge. 3 Since they did not know the righteousness of God and sought to establish their own, they did not submit to God’s righteousness.4 Christ is the culmination of the law so that there may be righteousness for everyone who believes.
5 Moses writes this about the righteousness that is by the law: “The person who does these things will live by them.” 6 But the righteousness that is by faith says: “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’” (that is, to bring Christ down) 7 “or ‘Who will descend into the deep?’” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). 8 But what does it say? “The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart,” that is, the message concerning faith that we proclaim: 9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 11 As Scripture says, “Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame.” 12 For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him, 13 for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
14 How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? 15 And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”
16 But not all the Israelites accepted the good news. For Isaiah says, “Lord, who has believed our message?”
"We need to have as many people as possible praying the scriptures contained in Romans 10:1-16. No explanation needed. Also keep the people working the Bethel church English camp in prayer today and through Friday: Don, Pam, Mike C., Scott, Andy, Gabe, Charis, and Daphne. Also the interpreters there as well: Jessie, WaWa, and an individual at this church. They really need it as well. And for Mike C. who is going to watch the youngest group of kids today."
Here is Romans 10:1-16:
Brothers and sisters, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for the Israelites is that they may be saved. 2 For I can testify about them that they are zealous for God, but their zeal is not based on knowledge. 3 Since they did not know the righteousness of God and sought to establish their own, they did not submit to God’s righteousness.4 Christ is the culmination of the law so that there may be righteousness for everyone who believes.
5 Moses writes this about the righteousness that is by the law: “The person who does these things will live by them.” 6 But the righteousness that is by faith says: “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’” (that is, to bring Christ down) 7 “or ‘Who will descend into the deep?’” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). 8 But what does it say? “The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart,” that is, the message concerning faith that we proclaim: 9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you profess your faith and are saved. 11 As Scripture says, “Anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame.” 12 For there is no difference between Jew and Gentile—the same Lord is Lord of all and richly blesses all who call on him, 13 for, “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
14 How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them? 15 And how can anyone preach unless they are sent? As it is written: “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”
16 But not all the Israelites accepted the good news. For Isaiah says, “Lord, who has believed our message?”
2nd Week In Taiwan - Monday
The English camp at Pastor Timothy's church was very popular today with more than 65 kids (25 under age 5!) Please pray for the team as they make adjustments for tomorrow. Mike, Andy and Scott will be joining that group along with a second translator, Wawa. Please pray that our team is able to rest well tonight and be refreshed with unending patience and love tomorrow and that the children learn about the love of Jesus through the activities at the camp.
The construction team at the Defense had a successful day and is not expecting a full day tomorrow. Please pray for all those taking part in the Defense this Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and for God to prepare the hearts of those that are to view it.
Also, please remember to pray for those who chose to follow Jesus last week - pray that the word of God that they heard last week takes root in their hearts and that their faith continues to grow.
The construction team at the Defense had a successful day and is not expecting a full day tomorrow. Please pray for all those taking part in the Defense this Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and for God to prepare the hearts of those that are to view it.
Also, please remember to pray for those who chose to follow Jesus last week - pray that the word of God that they heard last week takes root in their hearts and that their faith continues to grow.
Sunday, August 3, 2014
Togo Team Update with Pictures and Video
The women's ministry night was far greater than we ever expected. There were 50 women from the church and 50 unchurched. 13 of them were at church this morning! Five of them prayed to receive Christ after being led to by the local ladies that invited them. New believers lead to Christ by locals is what we prayed for and God did it!
The church ladies we so excited by the end of the night. It was a huge success! Thank you all for praying for this and the work we are attempting. God is good!
Today after the third church service we were lead by the church drummers and singers through the streets of Legbassito. The purpose was to share with the community that the church is alive and growing. Although I'm not sure how that would work in the USA it certainly seemed to draw attention here. Many people started the dance procession with us. It has been a great day!
--Dennis R.
Pastors Training Class
At church Sunday morning
Parading through the village after church
Updates from the Last Two Days in Togo
Saturday
Today we spent time at the two Compassion International projects and are about to meet with pastors. Compassion continues to be an impressive program. All are well!Sunday
Sitting in our third service today already at Pastor Daniel's church. Mikki presented an award to graduating students at the church and Gary preached. Later on today we will be going through the village doing some evangelism. All are well.
Sunday a few hours later
Being lead now after church through the streets like a parade led by the drums. What a memory! We will meet with pastors soon before ending the day.
--Togo team via text
Thank you for your prayers! Please continue to pray!
Some Coming Home and Some Still Working in Taiwan
Robin, Doug, Larry, Andy and Scott will be constructing Judgement House on Monday and Tuesday with Pastor Jacob's church. Then we will leave for the Good News home church and have English camp through Friday. Pam, Don, Gabe, Daphne, and Charis will start a new English camp at Bethel church Monday through Friday.
It is very HOT here. Please pray for us as we deal with the heat. Continue to pray for salvations this week and for the children that will be coming. Also pray for Pam H.'s knee. It has been acting up a little. Finally, please pray for those traveling home, that their travels are safe and easy. Thanks for all your prayers for us and our families at home.
--Scott L
Friday, August 1, 2014
Latest from Togo
Today, we held a banquet for the women in the village. Our men served 100 women dinner and our ladies taught Bible stories and did crafts with them. Fifty churched women attended and were asked to bring a non-believer. Then these women will follow up and invite them to church. It was very rewarding.
Staying in the village has been very nice and has allowed us to form deeper relationships. The new accommodations are even better than we had predicted.
Dennis is meeting with his Pastor Training students tomorrow and Sunday. All are feeling well and eager for worship with Daniel's church on Sunday.
--Togo Team via text
Thank you for all the prayers! Please keep them coming!
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