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From my Journal of my First Mission Trip: the DR 1994 (3rd Entry)

Thursday:

No time for an entry Wednesday.  We actually did a show in a public school!  On 10 minutes notice the principal closed the school and had the kids gather in the courtyard and we told them about Jesus.  

I didn't sleep well Tuesday night, so I was very tired Wednesday.  Then came Wednesday night's show.  It was the type of show I hate!  Between my lack of energy, and problems beyond my control: electrical blackouts and kids swarming the stage (which was actually a grassy area where I was juggling).  I was very disappointed.

Then today came.  We did street ministry in Wendy's and "Frank's" neighborhood.  Kids an adults everywhere!  And it was so poor.- open sewage running through th 'street' (path) pigs being slaughtered on people's front steps, rotten meat in the street, etc.  The kids were so grateful and happy.

Then we went back to the construction site.  I remember a kid talking to me, and my not understanding.  He offered to get the doctor on our team, and she began treatin me for heat exhaustion.  But as I sat there on a sack of mortar, seriously wondering if I was dying, I realized this is why I came.  God showed me that this is where looking to do more and more shows would get me.  This is whre measuring my Christianity by works gets me.  Lots of shows doesn't make me a good Christian. Impressing myself and others with how much I work got me in that position.  Jesus needs to be Lord of my ministry (and everything else) 100%.

So after they got me back to camp and I was feeling a little better I explained this to our critical catre nurse, and began absolutely weeping and repenting.  God will only purify us from our impure hearts ( a lot or a little impure) at one of two times.  When we're alive or at the judgment seat.  Thank you Lordfor dealing with me now.

I spent the afternoon at John's (the missionary we are working with) and returned to camp fo supper.  There was a big slab of pork skinwith the hair still on it in my soup.  Although I didn't eat the skin, the soup was delicious!

I think I'll call sue Sunday (there were pay phones at teh camp).  I miss my girls.

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The presentation was fun and encouraging... The gospel message was clear and encouraging. I purchased your book and just finished it. Your scope is broad and again encouraging. May God continue to bless your ministry. I will encourage others to read your book. -Parishioner of a local church

"Hey, I  wanted to say that was a great message in chapel today! It touched something:) thanks for doing it!" -High School Student  

"We are so grateful that you brought your amazing ministry back to our church this year... The Gospel message you bring applies to all!  It is such a positive, valuable work that you do."  -Coordinator of Christian Ed. UCC Church

"There's no questioning it. This is powerful stuff. It's extremely touching at times, never less than entertaining, and I see a lot of sincere love for Jesus in you guys."  -Dwight Lilies, song writer

The Lord has given you a wonderful window through which to present the Gospel!   - Field Director of Alliance Missions to Paraguay

"What a wonderful ministry to both children and adults.  In past years it has been a struggle to arrange programing that would hold the attention of all ages, but also challenge each heart with God's gift of Salvation.  Thank you for sharing your ministry."  -Sunday School Sup't.

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