The Battle Continues

We have not had much reprieve from the battle here. In some ways it seems to have intensified. It seems satan is really working at trying to discourage us and some days I must confess I have not withstood the battle too well. How do we minister here in a way that speaks their language? We continue to spend much time in prayer, during this time especially. There will be more ceremonies coming up in July.

Summer is in full swing here with many opportunities to minister to children and teenagers as they come through the yard and spend lots of time playing here. We have spent several late evenings having impromptu volleyball games and cookouts. They seem to enjoy it and for some it is the only meal they will have that day.

A few happenings here....

Sewer pipe broke. I was thankful for the outhouse.

Tara getting crochet lessons from a Hopi lady here.

We got a $5 Kenmore sewing machine for Tara that she is enjoying.

Internet down for several days.

Our dog ran away and came back a time or 2.

Hiking at Blue Canyon.

Going to the Swap Meet.

Tara turned 11.

...And many more things to numerous to mention.

I guess that will have to do for my update this time. My excuse is that we had Internet troubles here. I will leave you with some pics though.

At Blue Canyon

Girls picking chicken off the bone.

Swap meet finds.

A recent guest at about 1:30 am

Tara sewing on her bargain machine.

Tara and Sharayah wearing the nightgowns Tara made.

Maitly (girl in dutch) hmm...
Is that how you spell it?

Prayer Support

This is just a quick post, I don't have much time.

We are in the middle of an intense spiritual battle and need your prayers.

This weekend there is a big ceremony in Hotevilla and next weekend in Bacavi. We are seeing in many different ways that satan is at work.

• There are several believers here that are physically sick.
• The battle with alcohol seems to have intensified with several people.
• A mother in fear for her life from a boyfriend who is currently at large. She is overwhelmed with fear and hopelessness and would like to end her life in some ways.
• A young girl deciding to marry, even though it may not be the right thing.
• Satan is also at work trying to divide a marriage.

That is a few of the things that are happening right now. It seems the last couple days there have been a lot of calls that people are needing help and/or prayer.

Thanks for praying with us.

Where is my heart?

Life is really full here. We got through all the graduations here - Head start, Kindergarten, 8th grade and High school - it was a full week. It always seems to be a challenge to keep up with all the different things that come up in a given day, along with day to day household tasks.

It seems God is working on me in ways I don't fully understand...at least not yet. These are some things I have been reading and pondering.

I spent a couple weeks reading James 1:1-18 almost daily. Do I see troubles as an opportunity for pure joy? When my endurance is fully developed I will be perfect and complete, needing nothing?... Is my faith really in God alone? What else am I relying on?...What desires are dragging me away? These desires lead to sinful actions. Am I so focused on my desires that I don't notice or disregard the needs of those around me?

After reading Luke 18:35-42 recently, I thought...the Jesus in this passage and all through the New Testament, healed lots of people. Do I really believe "Jesus Christ, the same yesterday, today and forever?" The God I serve today is the same Jesus who walked on this earth yet I know in my humanness (or is it unbelief) I see God differently today.

Isa 56:7 Am I a house of prayer? How much time do I actually spend praying? Psa 84

Psa 50 noting vs 14 and 23 Giving thanks truly honors God. Do I give thanks in everything? Not just the easy things? Am I thankful for hardships as well?

We have been reading "Heavenly Man" by Brother Yun with Paul Hattaway. What a challenge! Am I willing to serve God no matter what it takes? Am I prepared always to give an answer? Do I desire to memorize the word, so I will have it in my heart in times of need? We are so rich and spoiled in this culture. I know I have grown lax. What will it take for me to be sold out for God in every moment of every day?

Summer is upon us and we are seeking God to know how he wants to use us this summer to reach souls for Him. There are so many opportunities in the yard daily. Are we being bold or are we being too busy?

Thanks so much for your prayers.
I will try to post pics soon.