Today was a relatively uneventful day. No lost luggage. No late night excursions to the airport. Just teaching and inter-acting with the students. Our group has grown to somewhere close to 50. They are a very sharp group and they ask excellent questions. They really have a passion for ministry--some in hard places. Some of them have begun to not only utilize their training in personal ministry, but are already training other Russians. One did some regional training in Far East Russia. So we rejoice in their commitment to being good stewards of the truth they are learning by passing it on to faithful men and women.
Speaking of commitment, I was overwhelmed with two of the students who took me to the airport to help me replace my lost registration card. Their incredible determination and perseverance really moved me. They really owned the cause. One of them said to me: "I know how much you want to devote yourself to focusing on teaching us. So we are here to help you so all of us will be able to benefit tomorrow." That and some times of intense praying really drew us together. A fresh reminder of the passion God has given us for His work in the Russian-speaking world.
The weather is warming up. Moving into the seventies--so it's really nice. Once again I thank you for all your prayers. Today I began teaching on Idols of the Heart which I will finish in the morning. Wayne is working through the key elements of counseling. God's power in answer to your prayers is very evident to us. Please continue to pray for all of us as Wayne and I continue teaching, Artyom interprets (he has the hardest job!) and Sue Vanderweir continues her incredible behind the scenes work to make everything go smooth.
Thankful for Christ's body around the world,
Jerry
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- Pray for Jerry as he prepares to teach two classes at Kiev Theological Seminary: 1.From October 7-11, he will be teaching the first year Pastoral Leadership students in Introduction to Pastoral Leadership. 2. From October 21 to November 1, he will be teaching Biblical Counseling along with co-teacher, David King.
- Our children - 1) Jeremy and Michelle –Jeremy and Michelle as they balance family and ministry responsibilities 2) Joel and Rachel who were recently married! And for Joel as he continues to pursue a seminary degree at Southern Baptist Seminary. 3) Karissa – As she completes her final year of elementary education at Boyce College.
- For Kellie as she ministers to fellow missionaries in support roles, as she disciples women, and as she works again with an ESL (English as a second language) ministry.
Praises
- We are getting closer to the completion of two strategic tools (from Matthias Media) that are being translated into Russian: 1. A book, The Trellis and the Vine. 2. The Gospel tract, "Two Ways to Live."
- Our faithful partners in the Gospel who make it possible for us to be here through your prayers and support.
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