I know we missed our weekly "France Friday" post this week but I wanted to share some brief reflections on our current faith journey. We are often asked about our progress and how we're doing. Lately, I (Brandon) have found myself giving this response: "It feels like we're running a marathon and we can't see the finish line and there are no mile markers." It feels like we've been running a long time and we can't say for any certainty when this "race" will end. But we know that stepping off of the plane in France isn't the end at all but only the beginning. We know that God is preparing us for what's to come. It's funny that the Bible also uses the analogy of a race and we're exhorted to run the race with ENDURANCE. This trait is not easily acquired. This Christian life is not some leisurely stroll through the park. But we have an example, "fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross." What a gracious heavenly Father! He knows our needs. He perfects our faith. Oh what joy is set before us! Let us fix our eyes on Him.
- Please pray that God will INCREASE OUR FAITH in Him and build up our endurance for the race set before us.
- We have LESS THAN 3 MONTHS to reach the 75% mark in our funding and so be able to attend our required training in July before we can go to France. Please pray that God will stir people's heart to join His work in France.
- Pray for two church-planting teams in France with World Team that are seeking a PERMANENT PLACE to worship.
Not running a race, but close enough. =)
Praying for you guys!
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