Dear Praying Friends and Family,
“My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise. For thy mercy is great unto the heavens, and thy truth unto the clouds. Be thou exalted, O God, above the heavens: let thy glory be above all the earth” (Psalm 57:7, 10-11).
These last two months have been busy and full of seeing the Lord’s hand at work. During this time, I have had the opportunity to travel to four different states, share my burden about Ukraine with ten different churches, renew several old friendships, and meet many new people.
There are two lessons that the Lord has been especially teaching me these past two months. One of those lessons is about doing good to others if it is within my means. The Lord first started driving that home more personally when I was visiting a nearby church. The pastor spoke on how many people lose focus of godly priorities; instead, they get so wrapped up in thinking about time, meetings, and things, that they miss practical opportunities of ministry. I appreciated his illustration of a person, on their way to church, driving by a side- lined car with a flat tire. Yes, we need to strive to be on time for church, but mightn’t God be giving us an opportunity to stop and help that stranded motorist, especially in some of this cold weather that we’ve been having? Can you imagine how much of a testimony that could be to him/her, plus how God might use that to open the door to share the Gospel?! It reminded me to not get so caught up in the busyness of life at the risk of missing out on the people that we’ve been given the responsibility of ministering to. Then, this last week, a different pastor mentioned something similar, asking the congregation, “How is what you are doing right now going to affect eternity?”
The second thing that God has been reminding me of is His awesomeness. Not only I have seen God open doors for church meetings, keep me safe in all sorts of weather, and allow me to attend some educational conferences, but He has encouraged me in so many “impossible” ways. Besides the many ways I have seen Him working in my life, He has also given me the exciting opportunity of seeing what He is doing in the lives of others. One pastor told me of how the Lord miraculously provided their church building despite a lack of funds and a plethora of other interested parties. Another pastor shared details of how the Lord provided the strength and grace his church family needed as they worked through some particular struggles. Several individuals have shared personal testimonies of how God has provided funds, direction, medical help, or relationships to bring them to the point where they are in life now. What an amazing God we serve!
Prayer Requests:
Praises:
Thank you for all your encouragement, financial support, and prayers. I am thankful to be partnering with you!
Reaching forth,
Rebekah Fruin
“My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise. For thy mercy is great unto the heavens, and thy truth unto the clouds. Be thou exalted, O God, above the heavens: let thy glory be above all the earth” (Psalm 57:7, 10-11).
These last two months have been busy and full of seeing the Lord’s hand at work. During this time, I have had the opportunity to travel to four different states, share my burden about Ukraine with ten different churches, renew several old friendships, and meet many new people.
There are two lessons that the Lord has been especially teaching me these past two months. One of those lessons is about doing good to others if it is within my means. The Lord first started driving that home more personally when I was visiting a nearby church. The pastor spoke on how many people lose focus of godly priorities; instead, they get so wrapped up in thinking about time, meetings, and things, that they miss practical opportunities of ministry. I appreciated his illustration of a person, on their way to church, driving by a side- lined car with a flat tire. Yes, we need to strive to be on time for church, but mightn’t God be giving us an opportunity to stop and help that stranded motorist, especially in some of this cold weather that we’ve been having? Can you imagine how much of a testimony that could be to him/her, plus how God might use that to open the door to share the Gospel?! It reminded me to not get so caught up in the busyness of life at the risk of missing out on the people that we’ve been given the responsibility of ministering to. Then, this last week, a different pastor mentioned something similar, asking the congregation, “How is what you are doing right now going to affect eternity?”
The second thing that God has been reminding me of is His awesomeness. Not only I have seen God open doors for church meetings, keep me safe in all sorts of weather, and allow me to attend some educational conferences, but He has encouraged me in so many “impossible” ways. Besides the many ways I have seen Him working in my life, He has also given me the exciting opportunity of seeing what He is doing in the lives of others. One pastor told me of how the Lord miraculously provided their church building despite a lack of funds and a plethora of other interested parties. Another pastor shared details of how the Lord provided the strength and grace his church family needed as they worked through some particular struggles. Several individuals have shared personal testimonies of how God has provided funds, direction, medical help, or relationships to bring them to the point where they are in life now. What an amazing God we serve!
Prayer Requests:
- The Lord’s guidance and direction in my life as far as timing. I am praying about a couple of plans for this fall/winter 2020 and all of 2021. As I speak with some of the leaders in my life, I hope to let you know more details soon.
- That the Lord would give me wisdom in conversation with my contacts in Cambodia. One of them is struggling, spiritually. Several others are not yet saved.
- I have had the opportunity to share my testimony with one of the girls I met in Ukraine, and we have continued to have good discussions about various aspects of what it means to serve the Lord.
- Traveling safety, wisdom in meetings, and ministry opportunities on the road.
- Balance and wisdom in the various responsibilities God is giving me.
Praises:
- My support is up to 54.5%!
- I was able to complete my video presentation, as well as various other materials I needed to properly report to churches.
- I anticipate being at meetings in four different states this next month, which will require traveling through parts of the southern United States.
- My EMT test did not go as I anticipated. However, the Lord has something to teach me in that as well. Praise the Lord for what He has chosen to allow, and please pray as I continue to study for this facet of ministry.
- My parents arrived safely in South Africa.
Thank you for all your encouragement, financial support, and prayers. I am thankful to be partnering with you!
Reaching forth,
Rebekah Fruin
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