Saturday, February 09, 2008 – From the Helm

Well, my heart is full.  We’ve just pulled away from Foz do Canuma, headed for home.  After last night’s service in Sauru where 3 adults accepted Christ, we were forced away from shore by a dry storm to a safe harbor in a nearby cove where we slept comfortably and safely.

This morning, Abraham and his family came to our second deck for a share time.  There were many tears as we enjoyed each others stories and testimonies.  What a beautiful family.  I count it a privilege and an honor to be part of there existence.

Before they left the AMOR/ Beatriz, Terry had committed Spring Hill to meet the needs of this ministry, and move forward with them as God leads – wow, what a phenomena  to watch unfold as only God could have orchestrated it…

It is now 9 in the morning.  We are cruising on the Araria River, headed to the Madeira then on to the Amazon and Negro to Manaus.

Our team are all health and happy.  Those who were a little down physically are back in full swing.  God has done this whole deal His way.  All has gone better than I could have planned or even imagined.  Medical, dental and optometry were able to help countless in need.  VBS touched every child they came in contact with.  In the services, 31 came to know our experience, strength and hope in accepting Christ as their only hope and savior – what a deal…

Our ETA for Manaus is set for this time tomorrow.  I look forward to a period of reflection and rest.  I somehow lost my voice last night – a blessing to all onboard.  God does indeed answer the prayers of the faithful!

As comments come to mind, I will share them From the Helm – then again, maybe not…  It has all been so awesomely, humblingly beautiful to my soul.  Thank you my Lord, thank You for including me in it all.

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