Leaving for Kenya this time around, I didn't know what to expect as far as how God would open doors for me to be involved in some ministry work. I assumed that I would connect with Pastor John and would go with Him and some other individuals from the congregation visiting some hospitals a few times a week, speak to people, get a feel for the needs, etc.
God had another plan. As far as I can tell, the plan involves making me sit at home and listen to what He has to say. I'm sure you are wondering how was God able to make me sit at home. First it started out with a bad case of pink eye. It was so bad I didn't actually realize it was pink eye because my eye was so swollen. So I got some eye drops for that and it started to clear up, but just as I was ready to make some moves, I got pink eye in the other eye and a bad cold sore on my lips. Ugg! More medicines and time to clear up. That episode was over and I had decided to visit an infant children's home in the area where I live, to see about volunteering there. I woke up that morning with another pink eye episode. I decided that the medicine was not working, so I had to see the doctor for something stronger. When I was on my way to the doctor I stepped in a funny way and twisted my ankle. So once again I'm sitting at home not going anywhere but listening to what the Lord has to say about the direction He wants.
29 March, 2011
21 February, 2011
Praises & Prayer Requests
Praises:
Speaking Engagements
Being able to attend BSF while in US
Mom doing well
Good price for air ticket
Good report on all doctor visits
Prayer Requests:
The "how it will all happen"
Finances
Support for Special Projects
Clear direction from the Lord
Quality and protection of quiet time with the Lord
To be focused and not get distracted by unimportant stuff
Trust, reliance, faith in God's Hand
Safety and protection
Safety and protection
2 Timothy 1:7 "For God as not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind."
09 February, 2011
February Speaking Engagements
Elisabeth will be speaking about Kenya and mission work, at the following venues. If you are in the area and can attend, please do.
Saturday, February 12th @ 8:00 am
Shiloh Baptist Church
2499 Sycamore Ave
Edgemere, MD 21219
410-477-8886
Wednesday, February 16th @ 7:00 pm
Dionisio Home
Sunday, February 27th @ 10:00 am
Angelic Baptist Church
9-11 E 46th Street
Bayonne, NJ 07002
201-436-5399
Saturday, February 12th @ 8:00 am
Shiloh Baptist Church
2499 Sycamore Ave
Edgemere, MD 21219
410-477-8886
Wednesday, February 16th @ 7:00 pm
Dionisio Home
Sunday, February 27th @ 10:00 am
Angelic Baptist Church
9-11 E 46th Street
Bayonne, NJ 07002
201-436-5399
19 January, 2011
One way to share the Gospel
Posted by Elisabeth:
Yesterday, I was thinking about my days right before I left Kenya. I was recalling a wild life program I was watching on TV; it was about the cats of Kenya. In the program the rangers were following a particular cheetah and her little cub and in the episode the little cub got separated from his mother during an encounter with some baboons. In my mind I was urging the little cub to get back to his mother and hoping that the baboons wouldn't find him as he lay hiding in the tall grass (because they would kill and eat him)! The mother meanwhile, was trying to distract the baboons and locate her cub. The rangers would not interfere with the balance of nature, but were also very distressed over the situation. The program ended at that moment, with the commentator saying that we would find out if the little cub makes it next week. So, yesterday, I found myself wondering if the little cub actually made it.
Then like a flash; it hit me! How nature reflects God and the good news of His Son, Jesus Christ. I wonder if God created cheetahs with it in mind? We, just like the little cub from his mother, are separated from God. During this time of separation, we are in danger of eternal death; just like the little cub was in danger from death by the baboons. God is calling to us to return to Him; just like the cub's mother was. Sometimes we are actually trying to get back ourselves but can't make it, sometimes we don't hear the call because we are too busy trying to save ourselves (both of which the cub was trying to do at different times). Jesus Christ is the one that has already "interfered" (unlike the rangers in the program) by getting rid of the "baboons" between us and God; as he defeated death on the Cross. Through this we are eternally reunited with God; no more separation.
What a way to share the gospel in Kenya!! Next month, as I begin visiting people who, like the little cub, are separated from God, lost, and literally dying; I'm thankful God allowed me to make an understandable parallel.
And, now every time I see a cheetah, I will be reminded of how important it is that I share the good news of Jesus Christ.
Yesterday, I was thinking about my days right before I left Kenya. I was recalling a wild life program I was watching on TV; it was about the cats of Kenya. In the program the rangers were following a particular cheetah and her little cub and in the episode the little cub got separated from his mother during an encounter with some baboons. In my mind I was urging the little cub to get back to his mother and hoping that the baboons wouldn't find him as he lay hiding in the tall grass (because they would kill and eat him)! The mother meanwhile, was trying to distract the baboons and locate her cub. The rangers would not interfere with the balance of nature, but were also very distressed over the situation. The program ended at that moment, with the commentator saying that we would find out if the little cub makes it next week. So, yesterday, I found myself wondering if the little cub actually made it.
Then like a flash; it hit me! How nature reflects God and the good news of His Son, Jesus Christ. I wonder if God created cheetahs with it in mind? We, just like the little cub from his mother, are separated from God. During this time of separation, we are in danger of eternal death; just like the little cub was in danger from death by the baboons. God is calling to us to return to Him; just like the cub's mother was. Sometimes we are actually trying to get back ourselves but can't make it, sometimes we don't hear the call because we are too busy trying to save ourselves (both of which the cub was trying to do at different times). Jesus Christ is the one that has already "interfered" (unlike the rangers in the program) by getting rid of the "baboons" between us and God; as he defeated death on the Cross. Through this we are eternally reunited with God; no more separation.
What a way to share the gospel in Kenya!! Next month, as I begin visiting people who, like the little cub, are separated from God, lost, and literally dying; I'm thankful God allowed me to make an understandable parallel.
And, now every time I see a cheetah, I will be reminded of how important it is that I share the good news of Jesus Christ.
18 January, 2011
Donations Made Easy
A "Donate" button has just been added to the blog. This is through the Paypal service, which is quite useful. Now you can use any credit/debit card to send money for a project without much hassle. You can email Elisabeth to let her know which project the funds go to after you've made your donation, to ensure it gets to the proper place.
From the previous post you can read about two TIME SENSITIVE projects. By now, the boys have missed the first two weeks of school. Please read through the Special Projects and let God lead you. Pray and consider how you can help financially.
Also, please share this blog with your friends and church. If everyone could do a little bit; A LOT of work would get done!
Currently, Elisabeth is in the US. If you would like to have her speak at your church, small group, bible study, or club; please send an email or call her. She will be returning to Kenya at the end of February.
04 January, 2011
One Way You Can Truly Help
Perhaps you haven't had a chance to check out the whole blog yet. It's okay. Right now we are highlighting some of the special projects that you can assist with in a financial way. We know it is right after the holidays and things are tight, but possibly not so tight. Please pray about it.
There are two brothers listed on our special projects page, both attend secondary school. Here in Kenya, secondary school is not compulsory; so it costs money. But you can't go to a university without a secondary school certificate and passing the national exam that you take at the end of the four years, this is called the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). There are 6 children in this family. An older brother has already completed secondary school, two younger sisters are attending secondary school through sponsorship, and the youngest brother is still in primary school (which is free). The boys' mom has no way of paying the school fees herself, as she has been unemployed for about a year and a half; just living day to day.
The cost of school fees will blow you away by how little it is. For each boy, the total year's fees are under $600. If you are feeling in your heart that this is one way that you can serve the Lord, please don't delay. The new school year opened yesterday and these two bright boys are not able to start because they do not have the money. Please check out the special projects tab for more information on these and other projects you can be a part of.
There are two brothers listed on our special projects page, both attend secondary school. Here in Kenya, secondary school is not compulsory; so it costs money. But you can't go to a university without a secondary school certificate and passing the national exam that you take at the end of the four years, this is called the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE). There are 6 children in this family. An older brother has already completed secondary school, two younger sisters are attending secondary school through sponsorship, and the youngest brother is still in primary school (which is free). The boys' mom has no way of paying the school fees herself, as she has been unemployed for about a year and a half; just living day to day.
The cost of school fees will blow you away by how little it is. For each boy, the total year's fees are under $600. If you are feeling in your heart that this is one way that you can serve the Lord, please don't delay. The new school year opened yesterday and these two bright boys are not able to start because they do not have the money. Please check out the special projects tab for more information on these and other projects you can be a part of.
31 December, 2010
Officially....
This blog is officially release to the public!
Please check out the special projects that you can assist with.
Elisabeth will be returning to the USA from 12 January and would love to meet with your church, small group, or club. Please get in touch with her via email so that she can organize a schedule.
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