August
was a very fruitful month for us here in Nicaragua. At the end of the
month, we had a 3 day long evangelistic conference. With the help of
two other churches, we sent out many groups to visit and invite
people from the community. One night, we had the privilege of leading
two women to Christ. We averaged 75-105 people each night. During the
services, 10 people made professions of faith in Jesus Christ. We
were particularly impressed to see that our church members are
becoming more involved. At the invitation of each service, we had
several people ready to counsel those who had responded show them how
be saved according to God's Word. We were also impressed to see a few
of the youth step it up and serve faithfully throughout the
conference. We now have several that help out in the children's
ministry and in running the sound equipment. Last month, we held our
second youth service and there were 25 youth that came. We are also
working out the details for our first missions conference this year.
By the grace of God, we believe our church plant will be able to do
it's part to help further the Gospel in other areas.
Last
month, we received the surprising announcement that the owner of our
house is planning to sell it. This was a shock to us because we had
previously agreed to stay until next year. After a few discussions,
we seem to have arrived at a new agreement, and things are a bit more
stable at the moment. Jeremy was sick for a few days last month, but
is now doing much better. Lila and Ellowyn are both doing well. They
have both made friends with some sweet girls in our church who like
to bring them flowers. Lila is also very excited that this next
month, we will receive a visit from Michelle's parents. Their trips
are always very encouraging to us.
This
upcoming month will be a big month for us. The national pastor whom
we work with will be taking a three week trip out of the country.
Therefore, we will be working hard to carry some extra responsibility
while he is gone. This month, will you please pray for the following:
1.
That God continue working in the hearts of those that received Christ
last month.
2.
That God give our church the burden for bringing the Gospel to rest
of the world.
3.
That God provide every need as we save up for our own building.
In
Christ,
Jeremy,
Michelle, Lila, and Ellowyn Blanz
