For us, the greatest joy in the ministry is seeing the Ukrainian people teach their own. All of these pictures were taken over the last year of various activities and ministries of Simferopol Baptist Church (hearing church). The one thing these pictures all have in common is that they are of Ukrainians teaching and ministering to Ukrainians....
(In all honesty, there are actually some more helpers who could have been included in this post but were not because I do not have a picture of them.)
It IS a thrill, isn't it?! Just as exciting as watching a baby take steps on his own, and then start running....It is as exciting as watching your child learn to read...and be able to read the Holy Scriptures on his own! It is as exciting as watching your own child witness, teach, or lead someone else to the Lord.
ReplyDeleteWhat a BLESSING to be a part of the Lord's work!!!
Thank you for sharing these pictures.
Love and special prayers,
Anna
What a blessing, Jolene! That's what missions is all about! :)
ReplyDeleteSo true! I can't wait to see that with the Deaf here. We are praying that God will one day use Sammy as a teacher/preacher.
ReplyDeleteThis is so amazing and such a blessing to see. Thanks so much for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI just realized that back when we were getting ready to come to Ukraine, I actually corresponded with the Van Sants, asking them questions about visas or something.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it wonderful to know you are in such a place. I am so thankful when nationals get the fire for the Lord and carry on with the truth themselves. Planting seed and seeing it grow is so wonderful.
ReplyDeleteGod's blessings on your day and life.
Love to all,
Vicki
like, anddd double like;)))
ReplyDeletePTL!!! :D <3