Dear Family & Friends,
“For we know that if our earthly house, the tent we live in, is dismantled, we have a building from God, a house not built by human hands, that is eternal in the heavens. For in this earthly house we groan, because we desire to put on our heavenly dwelling, if indeed, after we have put on our heavenly house, we will not be found naked. For we groan while we are in this tent, since we are weighed down, because we do not want to be unclothed, but clothed, so that what is mortal may be swallowed up by life.” II Cor. 5:1-4
We as a community at The Home of God’s Love have experienced several deaths recently. Some of those who passed away were believers in Christ Jesus, but sadly others were not. The response to the believer’s death is so much different than that of those who were not. We are saddened that a friend or loved one has passed, but we rejoice in that they have moved out of their earthly dwelling into their permanent spiritual dwelling in heaven. We also rejoice that we will see them again one day. When a non-believer dies people don’t know what to say or do. We want to give comfort, but it is hard. It is also hard when we consider if we as Christians had honestly witnessed to the person who passed in a way that would cause them to consider their eternal destiny. Did we give them the knowledge they needed to make a choice for Jesus? Pray with us to be greater witnesses to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Please pray our co-worker Anna Fletcher & her family, as Anna’s Mom just went to be with the Lord yesterday. Anna flew out to the US this morning. Anna’s mom, Lucille Fletcher, was a strong Christian lady that served her Lord in many ways. She made several trips to Taiwan over the years to help at The Home of God’s Love.
The mission’s trips that Andrew & his roommate, Douglas, were on all went very well. PTL! There are some lingering issues that came about while they were gone, and Andrew & Douglas are both fighting intestinal issues after having been in the Philippines. Please pray that the boys and any others who might still be sick will heal quickly.
Last Thursday was a holiday here in Taiwan, so John’s group at the Bible Bookstore did not meet. The previous week there was a new student, Sandy. She is a college senior preparing to enter the workplace and adult life. Sandy attended Sports & English Camp several years ago. Her prayer request last week was to learn how to make wise decisions as she moves into adulthood. Please pray for Sandy and all the others who attend to become disciples of Jesus.
Please continue to pray for our preparation for our time in the US this summer and Andrew’s transition to college. We have most of our Sunday’s full, but could still help at camp or VBS. Please pray for us to find a reliable vehicle for the summer that is large enough for our needs.
Thank you for praying for us.
God Bless,
John & Cheryl
1. Please pray that we become bold witnesses to those who do not know Christ Jesus as Lord.
2. Please pray for our co-worker, Anna Fletcher, and her family as they grieve the loss of their mom.
3. Praise the Lord for great mission trips. Please pray for Andrew & Doug to feel better.
4. Please pray for those who attend John’s study at the Bible Bookstore will all desire to become disciples of Jesus.
5. Please pray for our summer plans, including the need of a vehicle.
Posted on April 9th, 2018 by dunns
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