-By praying these Scriptures and godly characteristics for each of us and the kids, and covering our spiritual welfare, we believe God will be more than faithful to assist us in the day to day physical things that need to get done. We have also included some family events that are happening, asking for your prayers for those times. We have created four different calendars using these traits and requests, so we know these things will be prayed for at least four different times while Brian is away.
-there are many people who have a role to play in our ministry in Zambia-we are not the only ones being called. Our church, our family and friends, our sending agency; we are all called to serve. Everyone has a role to play! Please pray that all involved would embrace and diligently fulfill their role.
-Our sea container would be driven by God’s hand across the sea-that it would move by miracle movement and get there early; that customs clearance would be quick and safe.
-Safety of all workers at college doing building projects-local villagers, national pastors, US team members
-As much as this trip is about building our home, we pray it is also about building relationships-with national families who will also be living at the school, with Gospelink supporters, our supporters, our US director and other Gospelink staff that will be there throughout the summer
-for the evangelism and church planting that will be done by the Gospelink teams
-Health, especially for Brian. That he would sleep well, rest well, have no headaches, protection against malaria, his body will adjust to changes in elevation and food
-Children will be well-behaved, good listeners, patient & kind to one another, healthy. That time would pass quickly for them and not miss dad too much. That they would enjoy their summer, not just struggle through it.
-for our financial support to continue to come in-for outgoing costs and committed monthly supporters. That Brian will connect well with Gospelink supporters who are already behind the International Bible College project and they would consider being supporters of us as well
-Our home in Kandiyohi to sell
-Health for Kelly Jo in last few months of pregnancy
THANK YOU FOR YOUR PRAYERS!!!
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18 Travel day Pray for an uncomplaining spirit (James 5:9) |
19 Arrive in Lusaka That we would cast all our anxiety on the Lord (Phil. 4:6-7) |
20 First day at school Keep in center of God’s will-especially when it is hard, uncomfortable, and not automatic |
21 Safety in all the work that is done |
22 Walk-a-thon for seeds *see May newsletter All decisions made would be wise, sought after from Lord |
23 Container set to leave US His character and integrity would be an exemplary example(Prov. 12:17, Ps. 25:21) |
24 Brian would have opportunities and be able to know and understand more about the culture |
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25 Show proper respect to all, self, others, those in authority (1 Peter 2:17) |
26 God would use this time to draw us into a closer walk with Him and trust more in Him |
27 Protection from physical, emotional and spiritual harm (Psalm 91) |
28 Brian would develop godly relationships with national families who are also living on school grounds |
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30 Keep heart cleansed and right before God through confession and repentance |
31 Brian’s parents leave for Zambia mission trip Become true worshippers of God |
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June 1 Pray for victory over temptations Cybil & Mariah leave for bible camp until Saturday |
2 Be merciful, have merciful spirit-especially with workers (James 2:13) |
3 Pray for obedience and submission to God (James 4:7); listen to God and not others Wendell & Carole at bible school doing construction projects this week |
4 Pray for the ability to forgive, strengthen, and encourage others |
5 The details that need to be taken care of before we leave be discussed and worked through |
6 Walk in a manner worthy of the Lord (Col. 1:9-12) |
7 Develop a true love for the people there-at the school, local village (1 Cor 13:4-8) |
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8 Be faithful to do the work God has called us to do |
9 Be firmly rooted and established in our faith (Psalm 1; Col 2:6-7) Wendell & Carole doing street and school evangelism this week |
10 For JOY in the work (John 15:11; 16:24) |
11 Be alert and self-controlled (1 Thess. 5:6) |
12 Purity in all areas, especially thought life (Psalm 51:10) |
13 Wendell & Carole leave Zambia Bear the fruit of the Spirit (Gal. 5:22-23) |
14 Wendell & Carole home Be strong and courageous (Joshua 1:8; Duet. 31:6) |
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June 15 Peace in place of, and despite of fear, follow the paths of peace (Prov. 3:2, 17)
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16 Grow love for God’s word and a desire to learn (Psalm 19:7-10) Vacation Bible School for Kelly Jo and kids at Willmar Evangelical Free all week |
17 Endurance (Heb. 10:36) |
18 Be content in the place where God has us (Phil. 4:11) |
19 Be satisfied only in Christ (Psalm 90:14) |
20 We would be able to speak life to others, not tear them down |
21 Have a boldness that comes from clear convictions based on GOD’S Word (1 Thess. 1:5) |
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22 Brian would continue to develop a vision for the college grounds (Prov. 29:18) |
23 To fully understand our identity in Christ, who God created us to be (1 John 3:1) |
24 A heart, hunger, and thirst for God and His ways (Ps. 63:1; 42:1,2) |
25 ETA of container in Tanzania Clothes us with compassion (Col 3:12) |
26 Patience (Col 1:11) |
27 Keep intentional in prayer and study of God’s Word |
28 Grow in thankfulness (1 Thess. 5:18) |
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29 Inner strength renewed from the Lord (Psalm 103:1-5) |
30 Endure through last weeks of work and missing family, stay focused (Luke 21:19) |
July 1 Be changed into the likeness of Christ-humble, loving, faithful, giving, obedient |
2 Grow in faith (Luke 17:5) |
3 Diligence to the Lord(Rom. 12:11) |
4 Philippians 1:9-11 |
5 Ephesians 4:14-16 |
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6 Heart of gratitude for the work accomplished, not disappointment for what wasn’t |
7 Finish well Philippians 1:6 |
8 To have a strong, continued prayer life (1 Thess. 5:17) |
9 1 Peter 5:6-11 |
10 1 Peter 4:7-10 |
11 Brian leaves Zambia Travel safety and rest Ephesians 1:18-21 |
12 Brian arrives home Quick recovery from jet lag |