Our team had a glimpse of what is to come when we recently met
with some Chinese exchange teachers. This
group consisted of Chinese adult English teachers from Inner Mongolia who were here
in the US to study our culture and language and spend several weeks in
different areas of our country.
One of the teachers was a young woman whose mother had
become a believer about 20 years ago.
Through a difficult period in the mother’s life, she heard from the
Lord. In turn, she led her husband and 2
young children to Christ. The young woman shared that she knew that Jesus was
her Savior, yet she felt alone as many people are unaware of His existence in
her country. She prays and knows He
hears her, but what she is missing is fellowship with other believers her own age.
Her fiancé was part of this trip, and our group was able to
speak with him as well. He is also a
teacher and the two of them work together.
When asked if Jesus was His savior, his response was “not yet”. While each of us saw hope in his answer, the
idea of being unequally yoked was resonating with each of us.
It became apparent to me that night that although the
culture maybe different, the needs are very much the same. The very same enemy sows the seeds of
distraction, discouragement and deception here and in China. We must be bold to
encourage, attract, and share truth.
This was a night where our Lord opened up a little of what we would see
with our Chinese sisters. It became
apparent that our issues, temptations, expectations, and trials are similar.
Just as this dear young woman’s mother was bold, we prepare
for our time in
Prayer Requests
- Wisdom for our talks that they would
reflect Gods word and what He wants the Chinese people to hear.
- Praise for our "sending team"
..... it is growing and many people are committing to pray for China and
our team!
- Praise for the support that has already
been raised.
- Unity for our team to continue to work
well together
- Health for the team members to stay strong
Tammy
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