We are still missing our precious brothers and sisters in the Lord in India, according to a recent email they say "we are still before there eyes". The feeling is mutual!!
During our stay we have probably ministered to about a 1000 people adults and young alike, bear in mind tho that this was over many meetings in many rural places. How blessed we were to see so much fruit for our labour. Lives touched, encouraged and uplifted. Amazing that these people love the same 'Jesus' that we do, but probably have a different concept of the global family church that we belong to. It was good to share that they are not alone and assured them of our prayers in their various struggles.
Approx 84 people gave there hearts to the Lord and we pray that the good seed will grow and bring forth much fruit in their lives and communities. What a privelige to be part of this ministry...awesome in fact !!!!!!!! Please pray for them and the co pastors as they follow up this work.
We have learnt much on this mission trip, as prev said there is something special about the 'simplicity' of doing 'church' in India. There are obvious humble reminders of our main focus on worshipping a Holy living God, and not allowing man made things to clutter or taint that goal.They are not perfect and have not got everything right, indeed there is a slight worry that in time the 'western world' may influence there ways as many 'things' become more accessible. The cell phone is one such example, as these seem to be answered on demand no matter what!!
Amazing stark contrast to be in Sydney and in the metroplis of city life with the hussle and bustle and speed of life, yet they and we in the UK have the same God who cares about India!!
Interesting to note that in Melbourne near the fire stricken areas how once again it takes a disaster to bring people together and pray to God. People here are in the same great need and we have seen some of the effects of this tragedy. May eyes be opened to the one who cares and offers eternal life. Why is it that people are so dependant on themselves until they have almost nothing before they turn to God? Lord show us how to win souls for you right where we are even in these situations.
Thanks for your blog watching, prayers and love. Please continue to pray that our business trip might also be fruitful, so we can continue to bless others.
