While most of our ministry entails taking large trucks hours into the bush to find remote, unreached people, I (Libby) have discovered a new unreached group not so far away: the prostitutes at the brothel in town. A couple girls and I have been visiting them each week, and I’ve been overwhelmed at their openness to us and to God. One lady, Rachel (name changed), was amazed when I volunteered to take her to the hospital for some health concerns and wait with her all evening for the results. After we finished, she said, “I’m so happy.” “Why is that?” I asked. She responded, “Because I have a friend who cares.” The next week, Rachel was sitting on her grass mat, awaiting our arrival with nshima and relish for lunch, and the group of us shared a beautiful exchange of food, laughter, songs, scriptures, and prayer. It’s obvious to me that these ladies aren’t used to experiencing the love of God, and they are begging us to spend more time with them. They are deceived into thinking that they are trapped, but I know that the truth of God can set them free.

Another lady was experiencing horrible nightmares every night, so I prayed for her and taught her the song, “I’m no longer a slave to fear, I am a child of God” in her native language. The next week, she told me that God took away her nightmares, and she started teaching the song to other ladies, too. A pivotal question was asked after I talked about salvation: “Can God really forgive us?” I was happy to tell them, “Yes, He can.” Please pray for wisdom in how to disciple these women. Pray for them to experience God’s powerful, unending love and to take a step of faith into the new life He has for them.
 
“Do whatever it takes” is a phrase we hear and say often. To reach the unreached, you can’t limit the amount of effort you will give to find them. One of our expedition teams was 11 hours away from our Rapid 14 base in one of our DAF trucks when the engine broke down on a mountainous section of road. Pete assessed that an entire engine swap was needed to get the truck running again, and thankfully, he had prepared a spare engine 2 years ago for such an occasion. A second truck was delivered to the expedition team so that they could continue with ministry, and Pete worked with other staff to swap the engine (on the side of the road!). The rescue couldn’t have gone any faster or smoother, and you can check out the time-lapse video above if you want to see it yourself.
 
I had the opportunity to help with a women’s conference in Chipepo Chiefdom at one of our outlying bases. I led worship and spoke at one of the sessions to the 40 beautiful ladies who attended (see below). During worship, one lady had a tumor in her throat disappear—Praise God! One of the most meaningful times of the conference was when we washed the Zambians feet and prayed with them individually. I’m helping organize a women’s conference in Nsongwe next month, so begin praying for the women who will attend! 

  
 
Pete and I loved our visit to Overland’s base in Moomba Chiefdom. This base has been operating for several years, but it was just recently able to establish running water. So while my mom and I went out to different Bible studies (she visited-yay!), Pete helped put in their first sink, shower, and pressure pump. They were very grateful for his help because this gives them better ability to host teams and spend more time doing ministry. He also helped repair the motorbike of our local missionary in Moomba, Kebby. Kebby has been a Zambian disciple and is now taking over the ministry in Moomba. This is a great example of discipling local leaders, passing of the ministry to them, and Pete’s technical support to enable sustainable ministry in rural areas.
 
Thank you for all of your love, prayers, and support. God has been good to us, and we couldn’t do this without your partnership! 

Pete and Libby