Our last believers’ meeting before leaving the village this last week was truly one to remember. Not just for us to remember the time together, but also to remember the Lord Jesus Christ and his life-giving death for us. No Western formalities here--we cooked a few sweet potatoes over the fire, Tobo-style, and passed around that and some water as the ladies beat their wooden drums and we sang praises to God in Tobo. We partook of the sweet potato and water and thanked Yesu for taking our place and dying for our sins. It was a precious time with our brothers and sisters as we partook of the Lord’s Supper not as a ritual to please God or get into heaven, but as a way to remember what Yesu has done for us.
Tears were shed as we left the next day on our mission’s small plane to head for town and then in a few short weeks, our second furlough. One of our friends while weeping, said “God’s Word has broken my heart” repeating it over and over. She was so thankful that God’s Word had come to Tobo and she now has life. So this time leaving was different than last time, as we both shared and said that we could pray for each other to the same God and he will take care of us while we are apart.
We have been busy out here in town printing and binding the Bible portions that Chad has translated, so that the fledgling Tobo church will soon have more of the Word of God into one book to read and study. This is exciting! More on that soon!
Elijah is slowly adjusting to life out here. Some of his favorite things include: cars, ice cream, and the ocean. Things he’s not too crazy about so far are: the heat, the ceiling fans (not too sure why?), and all the strange new white people out here. While in town, he was greeting every national person he could see, but once out at the mission’s property, he became very shy and unsure of the new white faces. He should adjust in the next few days, though. Ah, the joys of the ever-changing life of a missionary kid…
So next time you partake of the Lord’s Supper in your church, remember that you have fellow brothers and sisters in a very different setting who are remembering our Lord right along with you!!
Thanks again for all your prayers for us and for the Tobo people! We appreciate you!
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