- That
we would quickly become part of the church.
- That
God would make us stronger as a couple.
- That
our children would be comforted despite the new environment, culture,
home, and language.
- That
through this experience, our children would trust Christ.
- That
my faith would be tested and that as a result perseverance would increase.
- That
Vadra would find a friend.
- That
I would love and shepherd my wife according to the gospel.
- That
I would not fall to the lust of the flesh and of the eyes.
- That
we would be given wisdom on how to have a Christ-exalting testimony
despite the differences in language and culture.
- That
we would not waste opportunities to share the gospel.
- That
we would keep a proper perspective (an eternal one, with God reigning)
during hardship.
- That
we would be humbled and made to rely on the Lord more.
Take the first sentence.
While we may not understand a whole lot, we get grace. The love of the body of Christ is evident in the welcome and embrace of Russia Bible Church. They love the Lord, and so do
we. And, someday, in Heaven we will be
able to tell each other – perfectly.
Or, go to the end… I have never, in all of my days, felt
more dependent upon the Lord than I do here and now. I am grateful for that, too… maybe most of
all.
Still, there is much between those bullet points: works and
ways that my words cannot do justice to.
Maybe sometime, later, I will try.
Until then, let me express my gratitude – to you. For those of you who have prayed for my
precious family; thank you. He has
heard. He hears. And, He is good and faithful.
We love you, and will see (many of) you very soon.
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