I was blessed to be able to travel to western Zambia last week. My assignment was to accompany IMB trustee, Charlene Hahn, to meet and minister along side K2 missionaries. She and I drove out of the capital city of Lusaka early Sunday morning. As the sun rose over Kafue Game Park Charlene discovered elephants, zebra, and various African antelope, as well as, the importance of good shocks. We arrived in Kaoma in time to attend church with Mike, Amy, Tyler & Evie Smith.
Fellow missionary, Gerri Helton (in red) drove to meet us and is leading Charlene into church.
Praise God with me for the believers in Katunda village. This predominantly Luchazi church recently built this new thatched shelter.
Mike and fellow believer, Reuben are encouraging the church members. This was the first time the members had seen the Smiths since they returned from their Stateside Assignment (STAS). It blessed me to see the obvious love between the Katunda members and the Smith family. Pray that each of us would be known by our love for one another.
Pray that these Luchazi children would grow up with love for their Savior and the freedom He brings.
After the service it is customary to greet each person individually. Pray that the love of Christ would spread to neighboring villages.
Pray that these Luchazi believers would stand firm on the truth, that they would not be swayed by fear that grips and controls the lives of their friends and family.
With drums and voices, they lifted up a joyful noise to the Lord.
Charlene was able to meet the believer who wove this beautiful basket. Pray that our words and actions would be beautiful before the Lord, whether we live in America or Africa.
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