Resurrection. New Life. Forgiveness. These were the themes shared this Easter with the people of these two settlements.
Along with hot-cross buns and chocolates everyone was also given a bag of much needed fresh food-stuffs. We prayed all together, and even some specific prayers for work and other needs for individuals. And most wonderfully, two men gave their hearts to Jesus! A Happy Easter for all!
Chris and David are on their way to Lesotho! They will spend ten days in outreach and will be joined by a group of people eager to learn about ministering to others and the faith life.
They will be mostly out of cellphone reach with intermittent or no signal, and little or no electricity or running water. Along with their sleeping bags and clothing, they packed an entire suitcase full of Gospel literature, Gospels of John and Christian teaching materials.
Three days after Jesus’ lifeless body was buried, something happened that shocked His enemies and proved to all of His followers that He really was the Son of God: He rose from the dead, the victor over death and hell forever!
Jesus showed us His amazing love on the cross. Whether it was the love that prays for enemies, or the love that cares for friends, or the love that rejoices over a penitent sinner, He proved that the cross was a cross of love. In freely giving His Life for us He became the very embodiment of a Love that surpasses all knowledge. (Ephesians 3:19)
How wonderful to spend a special time uplifting these ladies – who are staying at a crisis centre and were not expecting much of an Easter celebration. With gifts, treats, and a message on the unwavering Love of Jesus, it was a day to remember! Even little Lily joined, bringing hugs and cheer to each lady!
Please keep David and Chris in prayer as they now finish preparing for 10 day Lesotho outreach (leaving Easter Sunday 20th and coming back Lord willing 30th) First heading to P.E, and then up to Lesotho.
No running water, electricity, or dependable cell signal – Lots of potential for Holy Spirit power and leading! So excited!
Immediate, known results are:
143 Bibles, Activated magazines, and other Gospel items given out.
10 900 Gospel tracts distributed
76 decisions to accept Jesus as Saviour!
Dozens of follow-up visits and meetings with those met on previous years.
Many prayed with on the spot for healing, work, family, wisdom, and all kinds of other requests.
Four of us are on the road for street outreach and followup visits in Oudtshoorn during the KKNK festival! In addition to Bibles and a lot of other material, the Lord has faithfully supplied thousands of Gospel tracts (including two titles in Afrikaans just ready from printer YESTERDAY!) and we have been offered a home to stay in! Please keep in prayer for good health, continued supply, Holy Spirit anointing, safe travels, and the Lord’s Will to be done at every turn. Also for the team running the mission and day-to-day still at home – for energy, safety, and supply. We are so excited to see what Jesus will do to reach hearts and lives!
