Ethiopia: Urgent Situation for Our Translator
I have been in Zoom meetings with a unique young man for the purpose of beginning a new ministry to Ethiopian pastors. These discussions have now included a Bible College President who researched our ELI strategies and he is excited about partnering with us. This man knows thousands of pastors! The Lord is up to something significant in a country that is in pain.
As we were in concluding discussions to proceed (which included my travel to Ethiopia), 15 minutes after the call I received notice that Ethiopia is now headed for a serious conflict. Though the unfolding war has been off and on for a couple years, many rebels united from two regions as they are approaching the Capital city of Addis Ababa. A National State of Emergency has been declared.
Evacuations are already underway involving American and other national groups. Olivier wrote me and requested urgent help in leaving Ethiopia until this situation begins to recede. While observing the dangers, I began to pray and reach out to contacts and the Lord has graciously provided funding to evacuate my friend and his wife to travel to Rwanda. America has given a recent warning to airlines about the danger of possible rocket attacks on commercial airplanes. Olivier is quickly attempting to organize ministry details and leave soon. Pray for safety for him and his wife in these final days before departure.
Continuing to Teach Weekly to Rwanda
and Israel
I have continued to Disciple an Israeli Pastor over the last 2 years who has faced numerous challenges. It has proven to be a success. The church has faced multiple cultural and government challenges as they worship together to the point that they must even leave cell phones at home in order to avoid tracking while worshiping the Lord.
I just recently celebrated with Pastor M. concerning a long-term evangelistic ministry that resulted in a Jewish man becoming a believer in Yeshua. As we talked for months about the questions and struggles of this Jewish man, the Lord had now brought him not only to faith, but to his baptism in the Lord! What a joy!
Zooming to Rwanda most Saturdays, along with Dave Forbes, we have continued teaching through the book of Ephesians to three pastors. For these brothers this study has been a deep dive into the significant matters involving God's glorious plan of redemption, trusting God and how to live out faith in conformity to the message of Christ. Ephesians sessions are changing minds and hearts.
Thank you for your partnership and prayers in making all this possible. I am anticipating a great year serving Jesus. He will continue to expand what He has already begun. The Father always finishes His Projects. You are a significant part of this His Work. Thank you much...
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