About an hour and a half into the morning we realized that it was the 4th of July and we were a long way from home. This was our first day out sharing the Good News with the people of Uganda and the anticipation was exciting. Before entering the streets of Kagadi, we were able to meet our translators and fellow brothers and sisters, who accompanied us in evangelizing. The joy and passion in these wonderful people is tremendous. They often comment that they "love Jesus too much" and cannot stop from sharing the gospel. Their faith is contagious and the Lord has blessed this mission with racidal hearts for Jesus. During our first greeting we shook hands, sang praises to the Lord, and established a plan of action. We are the "army of God" said one of the local pastors from the Mabali Presbyterian Church. We set off on our battle for the Lord and it was indescribable to explain how the people of this town responded to hearing the gospel, but I will humbly try to share with you the Lord's work here. The Kagadi people are hungry for the gospel. They ask us to preach to them and many of them desire to know Jesus as the Savior. Last night at the Crusade a student from the Westminster Seminary in Philidelphia preached from Isaiah 6 and it was a moving message. It was apparent the Lord was upon him. Jeremy Short shared his testimony before 200 or more people. Tonight Jenna and Stephanie will share and Adam Shields will be preaching. You would be so proud of the Eastwood team, who are unashamed to proclaim Christ. The medical team from Oak Mountain team from Birmingham work endlessly and have such a joyful servant spirit. Pulling teeth, women's health issues, and treating all kinds of ailments while seeking to share Christ- they are amazing! Personally, the Lord has broken my heart here. I want to praise His holy name. Thank you for your prayers! Please pray the the Lord will continue to have His hand on this mission and will transform the town of Kagadi.
In His Name,
Abby
In His Name,
Abby
9 comments:
Abby...Dad and I loved your update on the blog :) You obviously are being touched beyond belief. Please let us know Ebys' house address so we can fed ex your yellow fever card. You are in our hearts and prayers. Mom
We sure look forward to reading your updates. It sounds like the Lord is really blessing the team and the people you are ministering to.
We have espcially been wondering where you guys have been sleeping!! Or is it better that we don't know. :-)
You all are in our prayers. Keep up the good work.
Hugs,
Jenna's Mom
Praise the LORD, Praise the LORD... I am so encouraged through hearing about what the LORD is doing waaaaaay over there in Uganda. As I read the latest blog from Abbs, I was reminded of that Scripture that talks about how GOD chooses the poor of this world to be RICH in the FAITH. What would I do for a faith like that? I honestly don't know.
I look forward to hopefuly seeing all of you when I return from Colorado in a few weeks. Keep fresh some precious memories to share with me!
Love,
Peggy
Hey guys! I sit here moved to tears (of joy) in reading what's going on over there. The Lord seems to be doing a great work there! I wish I were there with ya'll. The people seem to be amazing! To read about their passion for Christ brings my heart great joy. I am praying for all of you daily. Can't wait to hear more...
Press on!
Caleb G.
Thanks for the updates on this blog as well as the text messages which are forwarded to the prayer chain. Praying for you all much and am in awe of what you must be experiencing and seeing. Be strong and courageous...
(How are those granola bars holding out?)
Love,
Kellie Ann
Hey Uganda Team!
I have loved texting w/ Aaron and hearing a little of what you are doing. I am praying often for you all and cannot wait to see an update on this blog... hopefully you can send pictures.
I love you all!
Mrs. Chris
Hey family!!!
Being consumed with the truth of the book of Philippians this summer... I am constantly thinking of what it means to encourage my brothers and sister in the faith to press on... what does it mean? I've been MORE encouraged than I could ever imagine to hear your precious words, memories, and those things that warm your heart and you hold dear. My heart is overwhelmed with joy... I couldn't read the blog fast enough to satisfy my excitement...
abbs. I love you and have been praying for you! can't wait to hear more of your adventure for the kingdom.
you all are in my heart.
Jordan
Abby....thanks for the teeth pulling mention. I loved meeting you and the team. Tell your Dad to say "hello" to my friend, Jerry Leachman. I'm amazed how much God loves us and brings His children together to do His work...and we are no longer strangers, but friends. I hope to hear from you soon. Your "southern adopted Dad". Bob Ramsay
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