A Reminder
The apartment hunting seems to be at a standstill for now. There simply have been no apartments the size we need in the region we need available for viewing. God knows just the right apartment and timing, though. Thank you for your prayers. We know that because you are praying, we have been able to rely on God for his timing and have not worried over it. Please keep praying.
Thank you for praying for our language teacher, Valentina. I occasionally send home some extra leftovers for her to have for dinner. A few days ago, she shared with me that because she didn't have to prepare anything, she simply heated the food I gave her, and sat and read her Bible while she ate. Please continue to pray for her understanding and repentance.
Continue to pray for Igor. We have received word that he is closer to repentance, but there is still a spiritual battle going on.
Dan and Peyton arrived safely this evening in Moscow. We look forward to meeting with them and our entire team together on Wednesday. Thank you for praying for their safe travel.
Falyn had an orthodontist appointment today and heard great news. First of all, she will get her top braces on next month (which she is very excited about). And, after further x-rays and watching how well her teeth have moved from the headgear (a certain answer to all the prayers on her behalf), the orthodontist is not going to recommend her wisdom teeth extractions until AFTER she gets her braces off. She was REALLY excited about that news.
Last Friday I experienced an important reminder of why God sent us to Russia. Doyle and I attended Tristyn's class field trip to the planetarium and afterwards took the class to McDonald's. Although I am always cautious, I apparently let my guard down for a second when ordering food for the kids, and my camera was stolen from inside my purse. This was the camera that Doyle and I bought for each other for Christmas before we left the States, and it was so disappointing. However, our motto is "It could always be worse." They didn't get my wallet nor passport. So we won't be posting any pictures anytime soon. Tonight, Tristyn was very bothered by this. He couldn't understand why someone would do such an aweful thing. I had to remind him that there is a difference between the lost and the saved, and the lost just think and act differently than we do. And that is why we were sent here -- for those lost in Russia. We are praying that the person will be curious enough to see who he stole from and will view all the pictures of the kids and other activities stored on it. (They had a Russian chapel program that morning at school where I took pictures, and I took many of the group on the field trip.) Doyle said it would be awesome if they were convicted by the pictures...and then they looked us up and returned the camera.
I will be sharing my testimony in Russian at our church service this Sunday. I have memorized about 1/3 of it now. It will also be recorded for my language evaluation to complete my full-time term of study. Please pray that I will get it down and not be nervous when presenting it. Pray that God will work through me to touch someone who attends that day.
Doyle is also studying very hard and he has his next evaluation in a week. Please pray for his studying as well.
Nine days of school left! Falyn will have exams next week (Tuesday-Thursday). Please pray for her to be prepared, rested, and healthy.
Don't forget -- Daegan turns 9 on June 1st!
Thank you for praying for our language teacher, Valentina. I occasionally send home some extra leftovers for her to have for dinner. A few days ago, she shared with me that because she didn't have to prepare anything, she simply heated the food I gave her, and sat and read her Bible while she ate. Please continue to pray for her understanding and repentance.
Continue to pray for Igor. We have received word that he is closer to repentance, but there is still a spiritual battle going on.
Dan and Peyton arrived safely this evening in Moscow. We look forward to meeting with them and our entire team together on Wednesday. Thank you for praying for their safe travel.
Falyn had an orthodontist appointment today and heard great news. First of all, she will get her top braces on next month (which she is very excited about). And, after further x-rays and watching how well her teeth have moved from the headgear (a certain answer to all the prayers on her behalf), the orthodontist is not going to recommend her wisdom teeth extractions until AFTER she gets her braces off. She was REALLY excited about that news.
Last Friday I experienced an important reminder of why God sent us to Russia. Doyle and I attended Tristyn's class field trip to the planetarium and afterwards took the class to McDonald's. Although I am always cautious, I apparently let my guard down for a second when ordering food for the kids, and my camera was stolen from inside my purse. This was the camera that Doyle and I bought for each other for Christmas before we left the States, and it was so disappointing. However, our motto is "It could always be worse." They didn't get my wallet nor passport. So we won't be posting any pictures anytime soon. Tonight, Tristyn was very bothered by this. He couldn't understand why someone would do such an aweful thing. I had to remind him that there is a difference between the lost and the saved, and the lost just think and act differently than we do. And that is why we were sent here -- for those lost in Russia. We are praying that the person will be curious enough to see who he stole from and will view all the pictures of the kids and other activities stored on it. (They had a Russian chapel program that morning at school where I took pictures, and I took many of the group on the field trip.) Doyle said it would be awesome if they were convicted by the pictures...and then they looked us up and returned the camera.
I will be sharing my testimony in Russian at our church service this Sunday. I have memorized about 1/3 of it now. It will also be recorded for my language evaluation to complete my full-time term of study. Please pray that I will get it down and not be nervous when presenting it. Pray that God will work through me to touch someone who attends that day.
Doyle is also studying very hard and he has his next evaluation in a week. Please pray for his studying as well.
Nine days of school left! Falyn will have exams next week (Tuesday-Thursday). Please pray for her to be prepared, rested, and healthy.
Don't forget -- Daegan turns 9 on June 1st!
posted by The Fletcher Family | 10:17 PM
2 Comments:
Fletchers,
It is always great to hear... I mean read about what is going on with y'all. Jamie and i were reading 2 Corinthians tonight and it was so encouraging to be reminded that our trials and suffering are for the consulation of those around us. It is hard to remember that in the midst of them. Isn't it great to know that the Sovereign King of all things even uses suffering for His name sake (which is also for our encouragement as we join with Christ in His sufferings)?
I was also very much encouraged by Paul's reminder that we are to labor with one another (mutually, not one sided) for each other's joy! vs.24 "Not that we have dominion over your faith, but are fellow workers for your joy; for by faith you stand."
So be encouraged and know that I am praying for knowledge and understanding in both the language and in God's Word. I pray taht you would boldy proclaim the Spirit of the Gospel and not merely a factual knowledge (i imagine that could be very difficult in a new language with limited words). Persevere my dear friends, our King is returning quickly!
Happy Early Birthday Daegan!!!!
Grace and peace to you in Christ Jesus.
kris
Hey mom and dad--just wanted to say i love you!!!
love, falyn
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