June 20, 2013

The days fly by so quickly and it takes so much time each day to do very basic things here. Yesterday, Michael and I spent a lot of time looking in hardware shops for several items, including some hardware to help baby-proof the kitchen. Hopefully we will be able to finish the project today.

Many other more exciting things happened yesterday as well.  We went to the "Neighbor" Center which is a training site for those wishing to work more effectively with their Mlm neighbors. They have a very large library there as well as some dedicated prayer warriors and trainers. Michael led a time of worship and I shared a devotional thought with a group of eight people.  Following a tour of the facility and stories from the lives of some of the workers there, Michael and I did some shopping (see above) while Marla and Analia went to a coffee shop to visit with a sister who was born in Iran. Later, when Michael and I joined them, this sister, M, shared her a amazing story of how she became a follower of Jesus and the difficulties she went through as a result.  We were blessed to hear another story of God's love and faithfulness.

After some down time in the afternoon, we all did more shopping for hardware and other items, followed by a meal we treated Michael, Analia and Sohel to at an Iranian restaurant they really like. Everywhere we go, Sohel is the main attraction for those we see. He is a blast to be around, but don't take your eyes off of him.

Please continue to pray for this family of three as they represent Jesus in this community. Pray for our international food party tomorrow night (it will start at 3:30 am on Friday for you in case you can make it.)  There will be many Mlm friends there.  God has healed a major problem in my jaw and Analia is doing much better. Both Marla and I have been free of cold symptoms for several days. Thanks for your prayers.  Pray that our final three days with the Clarks will bless them in special ways.

A special shout out to K, M, M, C and C!  We love you.