We have now had 3 days of English Club. It is going very well, and we are learning a lot about teaching English to Kazakh people! We are operating 2 different tracks: Track 1, or the beginner track is being led by - Victoria, Stephen, Marcus, Andy and Zane. Track 2, or the intermediate track is being led by - Joel L, Sarah and Joel A.
We have had an average of 40 students total each night, which is an answer to prayer! But, as many of you know, the real benefit of running these clubs is being able to invite them to stay afterward for a "spiritual time" where we are singing songs together, sharing our testimonies and then breaking into small discussion groups. The fruit of these times has been beyond description! On the first day, we had one girl Elya, who had been feeling God pulling on her heart. When she heard the gospel explained to her, she knew it was the right time to respond and accept Christ! Tuesday night, we had many great conversations as well. Last night, Wednesday, we had two more girls who accepted Christ for the first time! Our team is overjoyed at the work of the Spirit and all glory and praise goes to our Great God!
We have 3 more days of English Club, as well as a free night with the students on Saturday. Pray that:
- Pray that: God would continue to use us, and be softening the hearts of students who are coming to spiritual time and hearing the gospel, most of them for the first time!
- Pray that: The team would continue to be strengthened and have the energy to keep the pace, there is much to be done.
- Pray for: The local believers that are already beginning discipleship with these new believers.
Joel L and the Kazakhstan '08 team!
p.s. more pictures and stories to come soon!
13 comments:
Woo Hoo! New belivers are awesome. We are praying for you and the people you are ministering to. Safe Travels, Beth Olsen (Sarah's Sister)
Joel and Tori,
Praise God for the responses so far-- so exciting to hear about everything. Isn't it amazing how fast the time flies on one of these mission trips? Am looking forward to hearing more.
Much love to you both and our prayers for the whole team,
Mom and Dad
Kazakhstan 08 team,
We are praying for you! Praying that God will use you in mighty ways while you are there. Sounds like he already has!
Joni King and family
Thanks for taking the time to keep us updated. I've been enjoying reading about all that the team (and God) is doing. Makes me want to be there! How wonderful for you to be able to see God changing hearts. I am praying for you all!
Anna Lubow
PS - Stephen, Mom says try not to break anything while playing vollyball ;)
Today I was reading about the food of Kazakhstan in my Teacher Edition of Food for Life, and they have a whole section of interesting information. I'm praying for your tummies as you eat new and interesting food! They say Lamb is big as well as fresh fruits and veggies. A presentation to my Foods class may be in order from you Sarah!
Praying for you!
Beth Olsen
We've heard a lot from David's emails... so excited to hear more. We're praying for you:)
Glad to hear about exciting fruit! Good job posting info and updates. Praying for your strength and continuing team unity. See you next Wed. - Kerry Brannan
Our prayers have been with you since you left and will continue to be. God is doing wonderful things through all of the team members. I love the blog for helping us keep up with your work. Love ya bunches.
Dawn Baughman ( Sarah's Mom )
Dear Team,
We are rejoicing with you!
Bruce and Eunice
Still praying (especially for sleep & health :) ).
Love, Mom (Sheila Van Wyhe)
Greetings,
May the Holy Spirit fill you with His love and strength to persevere and finish your task. God, protect them from the evil one and bring them back safely. May the new believers grow in grace and truth and help in strengthening your church in Asia. Amen.
Thank you team for being our arms and legs for Christ.
Mom, Lisa Anderson
Hi Everyone ~
Wanted to let you know that your final days in Kazakhstan are in our prayers as have been your first. We pray that God will continue to use you to increase His kingdom.
All to the Glory ~
Jonsica Van Maanen
Joel and Tori
Will be praying for safety and good flights as you head back--can't wait to talk to you and hear all the stories and witnessing opportunities. Take care and are so looking forward to seeing you soon--
Much love, Mom and Dad
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