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••  •  • ••  • •  • •  •••      OCTOBER 2020      ••  • ••  • •  ▪▪  •••  •  • 

 
"Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child,
he shall in no wise enter therein
.
"
Luke 18:17
       

<<Salutation>>


Get ready, get set, ...wait! 

New twists and turns ahead.

A LOOK INTO OUR LIVES

          Always expect the unexpected

         As a missionary couple, we have learned over the years to live with a basic rule, to always expect the unexpected.  When you start adding foreign countries and the immigration side of things, then it becomes even more likely. Well, we are at that place once again as we wait to hear from Israel on when our volunteer visas are approved.  We were scheduled to fly out on October 27th.  We reached out to friends and officials in Israel one week before our departure date and then on Monday the 26th, it became apparent that our paperwork was not completed.  So, we are now in a familiar “holding pattern” till once again we receive the “green light” to proceed forward.  As we speculate on what is causing this, there is a very high percentage of probability that it’s related to Fall Jewish holidays and COVID-19.  September and October are busy with Jewish holidays, and the government recognizes these holidays.   Israel, much like the US, has been very proactive to try and reduce COVID-19 and its effects to the population and economy.    

         So, what will we do till we get the “green light”?  We will enjoy our time with family.  We will take every opportunity to enjoy moments with laughter and joy!  Les will take advantage of the egg nog season, haha.  There are small items to help with regarding year-end taxes and spreadsheets of LWC annual expenses. We will try to touch base with some of our support and faith family. We also will have an opportunity to see most, if not all, of our children and their families.  Although, it’s not a sure thing at this point, we could enjoy the beginning of the holiday season, and have a traditional Thanksgiving celebration.  Please keep us in your prayers as we exercise our child-like faith…thank you!

NUDGING'S 

            Faith like a Child:

          Have you ever wondered what it means to have faith like a child?  If you were to define or describe it, what would your thoughts be?  There can be a number of correct answers to this, so we’ll share our thoughts and elaborate a bit on how we are currently living this out.

          First, lets look at a passage in scripture that talks of child-like faith.  In Luke 18:17, we read, “Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall in no wise enter therein.”  Now, obviously this is not referring to the age or size of a person, but rather the level of trust and simple acceptance of the given situation. That is where the “little child” idea originates. Adults tend to be over-intellectual; children are not.  Adults tends to be over-analytical; children are not.  Adults tend to complicate things; children keep things simple.  Adults tend to want all the answers or try to figure out everything; children have almost a blind-trust and unwavering confidence.  Take a look at the picture associated with this article. The child just jumps into the arms of the parent without any fear or question of what could happen.  Our heavenly Father desires us to jump in His arms.  Trusting in the promises of His Word and having that simple faith that He has all things in control.  Here are a few promises from scripture to encourage you:      

          Philippians 4:13  I can do all things in him that
              strengtheneth me.
          Philippians 4:6-7  In nothing be anxious; but in  
              everything by prayer and supplication with  
              thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto
              God. And the peace of God, which passeth all
              understanding, shall guard your hearts and your
              thoughts in Christ Jesus.
          Philippians 1:6  being confident of this very thing, that he who began a good                     work in you will perfect it until the day of Jesus Christ:    

          Catherine and I have been reading a devotion through the YouVersion Bible app.  I’d like to quote a portion of the Bible plan from Mark Batterson’s Whisper: How to Hear the Voice of God.

          “All our identity issues are fundamental misunderstandings of who God is.  Guilt             issues are a misunderstanding of God’s grace.  Control issues are a misunderstanding of God’s sovereignty. Anger
          issues are a misunderstanding of God’s mercy.  Pride issues are a misunderstanding of God’s greatness.
          Trust issues are a misunderstanding of God’s goodness.  If you struggle with any of those issues, it’s time
          to let God be the loudest voice in your life.”  We genuinely believe this is another important part of child-like
          faith.  Tuning out all the other “voices” that cause “grown up” feelings and emotions, and trust in the One
          who is able!  

          Right now we are doing our best to walk in this child like faith.  Perhaps you find yourself in a similar situation.  The future looks foggy and life’s road is full of twists and turns. You don’t have the answers or see the outcome.  We want to encourage you to have faith like a child.  We don’t know what exactly is going on with our visa situation, but we do know our Heavenly Father has our best interest in mind.  We do know He will direct our path and future.  We do know He has us here, for now, for a plan, and a purpose.  Our child-like faith lets us trust. Even though we do not have answers or an understanding for the current plan or purpose, our child-like faith is exercised with contentment and peace.

          We are jumping into the Father’s arms! 

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1.  Learn about Israel's culture, feasts, and our involvement in them. 

2.  Keep up with the unending projects that involve agriculture and other building projects that will house returning Jews to their homeland.

3.  Get-A-Ways - The ARC'S R&R team building and encouragement time.
 



Keeping in touch with you is a high priority for us.  BUT,
we have had to take a small break. Catherine's computer died.  It was seven years old, and it had served her well throughout serving in Haiti and also partly in Israel.  It really was time for a new computer.  Catherine will be posting more soon.  

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NUTRITIONAL NUGGETS ~ Natures Pharmacy

ABC's of Vitamins and Minerals

 

     

 Carrots

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DID YOU KNOW THAT NATURE GIVES US CLUES ABOUT THEIR HEALTH BENEFITS? WE CAN SEE THEM VISUALLY AT A GLANCE.  IT IS CALLED "THE DOCTRINE OF SIGNATURES."

Could eating carrots morning, noon, and night give you extraordinary powers to see like an owl on the blackest nights? Or give you x-ray vision like a superhero? Umm, no.  BUT, carrots do have amazing nutritional benefits for your eyes. Take a look and discover the carrot's secrets of nature.
 

                                                                                                                                  
 

PRAYER & PRAISE

 

   Please continue to pray for Lowell Kennedy (Catherine's father) and for peace of mind.  He suffers from Alzheimer's and relives events and doesn't understand where his wife is. 

   Praise the Lord for our time of visiting Catherine's family in MO, and our time with our daughter and son-in-law and their family in KY.
   Pray for us be be sensitive to the Lord's direction as we spend additional time in the US.
   Praise the Lord for His faithfulness and goodness to us!  Safety, Provision, Care, Understanding, and so much more.
   Pray for wisdom as we wait upon the Lord with the timing to return to Israel.

 

We are very thankful for your faithful prayers!!!

Jumping into the Father's Arms,

Les & Catherine

 

Ministry (U.S.)

Les & Catherine DeRoos 

        Israel

Laborers With Christ
P. O. Box 74
Alta, IA 51002.                        
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