What a blessing it has been to see my new associate and his family grow in the Lord and in the ministry. Luis and his wife, Mary, have been doing a lot of visiting on their own and have really been bringing in the families! If you knew Luis 5 years ago, you wouldn't believe he was the same man. He was shy, didn't like crowds, and now he's bringing in people by the crowd! God has worked a miracle in this family's life and my heart is overflowing with gratefulness for this precious family.
Growing in the Lord!
My son, Tim, and his family came to visit me this last week. My grandchildren are growing fast and I enjoyed the week with them! Having little ones in the house was an adjustment for me and they wore me out, but what a joy it was to be able to play with them, hug them, and love on them.
Tim preached on Sunday during the Sunday School hour and my new translator, Jose, translated. Tim was a blessing to our church people. The children in our church were very fascinated with my grandkids' blonde hair and blue eyes. Some of the church kids even tried to pet them and smell their hair! It is quite a contrast with the Mexican dark hair and eyes.
We were able to visit the market in Juárez. How empty it looks! Tourism sure has changed since the drug war, but we still had a good time looking around at all the
handmade crafts and talking to the vendors who are still there.
Health Update: My health has been much better since moving over to the U.S. side. There has been a LOT of wind here lately and that has given me some trouble in my lungs. With living in an insulated house now, it has made a difference in how much the dust affects me and for how long.
Continue to be in prayer for La Iglesia Bautista Tabernaculo. The outreach in our church is strong, and we are seeing the benefits of our labor. All glory and honor for the increase belongs to God.
The fields are white unto harvest!!
