SUMMER 2003

First, let me praise our Lord for His faithfulness. Of course, He can not but be faithful. He is God and changes not. God has answered prayer and met needs in His way and for His glory. He is to be praised and worshipped.

Since the last newsletter, our second grandson was born again and baptized. His Daddy lead him to the Lord at the age of 4 ½. More Daddy’s should be leading their children to the Lord rather than depending upon the Sunday School teacher or Pastor. Thank God for faithful Sunday School teachers and Pastors. But the primary responsibility for the spiritual wellbeing of the children is the father.

God answered prayer for my Mother’s surgery. Ten years ago she had major cancer surgery and the doctor was able to get all of it then. Just recently, the doctor detected another kind of cancer and she underwent major surgery again. The operation was on a Wednesday, and we took her home from the hospital the next day. The doctor was very pleased with the surgery and her recovery went extremely well. He was able to get all of the cancer this time also. The doctor is a committed practicing Christian unashamed of the fact that he is saved. My mother was not only in God’s hands, but He chose to put her in the hands of one of His own doctors. Praise the Lord for His faithful watch care over His own.

In January, we were contacted by a missionary’s family for help. The missionary, in his 60’s, had broken his leg and had internal injuries. The family was trying to get him back to the States from Nicaragua. In the process of helping them, we became aware of a Baptist medical team that travels through Central America. This will help us in the future in getting medical aid to a missionary while waiting for evacuation. We were able to counsel the family on cautions to be exercised in flying at altitude with internal injuries and the need to have him stabilized prior to flying. This was accomplished and he was finally able to get to medical facilities back home. Our part was a very small part, but the family expressed much gratitude for our counsel and comfort as we conversed during the process. Tears of joy and relief were shed and God was praised through it all.

We are in the final preparations to “hit the road” for missions conferences and preaching across the country. This is for a twofold reason. First, we must raise support for the conduct of this ministry. Second, we must make pastors and missionaries aware of this ministry God has entrusted to us so they can make use of it if necessary.
There are some immediate needs for the ministry. Please pray with us for God to supply about $12,000 to cover the cost of books, prayer cards, equipment, hardware, and software for the ministry. Also, we are in need of a motor home as we look at approximately 100,000 to 150,000 miles on the road in the next couple of years. We must move the ministry office into the motor home and continue operations as normal. This presents unique challenges. Unique challenges require unique solutions and we serve a unique God who moves in unique (mysterious) ways. It is exciting to watch as God works in the lives of His people as they get involved in this ministry.

As always, the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.