It was such a blessing to spend the last two days of our trip back in the jungle--coffee-growing country! This area is stunningly beautiful and lush, but it's also a land under a burden of darkness. The small community of believers here must worship in secret, and battle every obstacle imaginable to growing in their faith. They face social exclusion, banishment from their families, witchcraft, and physical violence. We were reunited with some friends we met on our last trip, and worshipped alongside them in a small house church service. There were a handful of new faces joining us this year, which is a source of joy that is difficult to describe! We were honored to pray over our brothers and sisters in Christ, and raise them up before God.
We were humbled by our visit, and reminded that our motives and hopes are rooted in a life beyond this one. English may be our ministry, but the Gospel is our heart. We praise God for what he's doing here! Please pray for our friends and the seeds of the Gospel that are being planted. Pray for protection and good spiritual soil, and pray that believers continue to have the energy and passion to reach out and support each other.
Please also pray for us as we prepare to leave India tomorrow! God is good, and we know He will be with us as we travel. Thank you!
