Dear Family & Friends,
“The LORD was with Joseph. He was successful and lived in the household of his Egyptian master. His master observed that the LORD was with him and that the LORD made everything he was doing successful. So Joseph found favor in his sight and became his personal attendant. Potiphar appointed Joseph overseer of his household and put him in charge of everything he owned.” Genesis 39:2-4
God was with Joseph even as a slave in Egypt. Joseph chose not to be overcome by his circumstances as a slave. Instead he chose to believe that God was still with Him and could bless him in Egypt as well as in Canaan. We need to recognize that God never leaves us and has great blessings in store for us even when our circumstances are less than desirable. Please pray that our people will be faithful even in the tough times, like Joseph, so that they can receive a great blessing.
Thank you for praying for our visit with Xiao Mei’s ex-husband, Mr. Mao, and his family. They graciously welcomed our visit. We listened as they shared their feelings. They also listened to us as we appealed to them to choose to forgive Xiao Mei for both their sake and her’s. Please pray that they will choose to hear what was said so that they can be free from the bondage of unforgiveness.
John is preparing to teach a course for present and potential leaders. It will help them learn how to study the Bible and prepare to teach from it. The time available is short so pray that preparations can be made swiftly and properly. Please pray that those attending will truly come with an attitude to learn so as to serve the Church. Please pray as we continue to work out a time to schedule the Kairos training.
This coming weekend John will be conducting a wedding. It will be the first time that he has the majority of the service to perform. Cheryl and John will also be singing at the reception. Please pray for us as we prepare. May God give John the proper words to speak as this young couple begin their lives together in Christ.
We have some news to share with you about our family. Bethany and Philip are expecting in September. Bethany is now almost 14 weeks along. Please pray that the pregnancy will continue to go smoothly. Bethany’s due date is also her birthday! Only God knows when the baby will be born, but it is kind of exciting and fun for her to share.
Thank you for your prayers.
God Bless,
John & Cheryl
1. Please pray that our people will see that God is with them in the hard times and live faithful lives.
2. Please pray that Mr. Mao and his family will be willing to forgive Xiao Mei so their hearts can heal.
3. Please pray the training course John will be teaching this spring and for a time for Kairos training to work out soon as well.
4. Please pray for the wedding this Saturday that John will be performing.
5. Please pray for the Bethany & Philip as they prepare for their child to be born in September.
Posted on March 5th, 2011 by dunns
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