Hello Mates. The times in Africa are very good. We have yet to catch Malaria so what is there to complain about. Jesus is working already. A young man who is in a state of financial depression has been rewarded with a year’s worth of tuition. He is a good man, and a travelling actor, or once was when he was back in school. Now he spends his days washing cars in order to raise enough money to go back to school. His prayers have been answered. Thank the LORD. God is awesome. I’ve said that so much, but rarely do I ever believe it in America. Perhaps it is because we are here to serve the LORD, maybe it is the land itself, I don’t know. However, I do know that you can see God here. See him at work in such a way that you wish, you pray, that life, your life, in America would be like this. You can feel his presence when you breathe in the air. It is quite mystical. I am very glad for it.

Tomorrow we “officially” begin the program. It has been a bit bumpy for our schedule, but this is Africa and schedules are more like guidelines here, :) Praise God for that. Here you must let God work, or no work will get done. You depend on Him, He shows up. Lives get changed and everyone praises God. A good way to live. I wonder if out stay was more permanent basis if things would change, as far as us depending on God. I would hope not. It is hard to say though. I have not lived here for a long time. In America we say this but, for me, it is really more of an idea than a reality. Here, you must!, or just nothing will happen. In America ‘things’ happen, but not much of lasting value is done. Only in the hands of God do people change., Oh yes, the escape of material possessions and cares is just freeing!! Completely wonderful. You should try it some time. Bloody well good for your soul. Ah, I guess this is what I’m trying to get at. Being in Africa is good for my soul. Wonderfully freeing, absolutely astonishing. Why? Why? might you ask. I presume it is because we are in the presence of the LORD, which is so rarely lived in America. We wake to be with God. We spend our days literally serving God. We come home and we worship God. Our day is spent being edified and comforted by the LORD Almighty. Wow. That is a good Life. For me, in Africa, intentions become a reality and my heart comes alive. I Love God, He is very cool. Everyone is well. Morale seems to be high. All are eager to see God work. I can’t wait for tomorrow. And Sam won’t stop tickling me! But I forgive him. It makes me smile.