Tyler and Emily in PNG

By Emily

This month we are reading through the book of John a chapter a day together to help establish a routine amidst our continuously changing life as missionaries. Last week we read through chapter 17 and I was humbled by Jesus’ conversation with the Father as he prepares for his betrayal.

“Father, I desire that they also, whom you have given me, may be with me where I am, to see my glory that you have given me because you loved me before the foundation of the world. O righteous Father, even though the world does not know you, I know you, and these know that you have sent me. I made known to them your name, and I will continue to make it known, that the love with which you have loved me may be in them, and I in them.” John 17:24-26

A wise woman gave me some advice once about searching for examples of characteristics for mentors in ministry. She advised me and some fellow sojourners in the ministry to search the gospels for the best example we can find and that is the example of Jesus and his ministry. As Tyler and I read through chapter 17 this week I was reminded of those words, especially since our hearts have been heavy for the work in Papua New Guinea knowing that there is still a great task in front of us and our team and we are so far from them right now. I am reminded by Jesus’ example of prayer to battle for our team and those who have yet to know our Father in prayer.

Jesus gave us an example of how He interacted with people on earth, but he also gave us an example of how he interacted with our Heavenly Father through prayer. I am yet again, so thankful for the gift of God’s Word in my heart language. I am thankful that I may cry to God and know He hears my prayers and answers them, because He has given example after example of answered prayers in His Word.

Please continue to join with us in prayer about the opportunity of giving we presented last week. Please consider giving above and beyond a gift towards a new vehicle for the PNG branch. No gift is too small. In fact, if God leads you to give your gift will be doubled. What an exciting opportunity to see God’s Kingdom advanced by your help to provide a very simple tool of transportation. Please revisit last week’s post for more information.

Papua New Guinea themed carved pumpkins from PNG missionaries…
Trick or Treat