The Goshorns Step by Step May 2015 April in Peru
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Things are continuing to progress here in Peru. We had our first Kids Club Bible study at the orphanage. We had a much bigger turnout than expected ! Katherine and Rut , one of our Peruvian friend did a great of kicking things off by leading the kids in music and dancing. The kids had a blast! During the Bible lesson, many of the kids participated with questions and answers and we finished with snacks and a balloon fight. We were very pleased with how the Lord used these children on the first day of Kids Club and we look forward to seeing how the Lord works in future Kids Clubs.
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On Wednesdays, Matthew and I continue to help out with kids Bible studies and games. One of the studies was on the story of the Good Samaritan. I believe this story hits home, but is a little foreign at the same time in the communities here in Peru . Many people do not help each other here. It is good for the kids to hear and learn how Jesus was a servant and how He is our example on how to live. Jennifer is also continuing to help with a Bible study every Monday at the women's prison. She continues to be amazed at how the women participate. Matthew and I had the privilege of participating in a church service in the men’s prison. There are around 2000 men in this prison. We went through eight check points, as well as a couple of pat downs in order to get in. We had to remove our shoe strings, belts, jackets and everything in our pockets and leave it all behind. This made it a little hard to
trick. I now know how to dress in the future. The service was very uplifting for us. I saw the hardened hearts of the most dangerous men in Peru, many of whom have been there 30 years, soften and tears flow from their eyes when I told them God loves them and that we all sin. I told them that they have to be strong and use the rest of their lives serving the Lord and that the next life will be what counts. We are getting excited about Daniel returning on May 12th and I think he is also. We are also excited that his girlfriend Audrey will be accompanying him. She will be rooming with Katherine for 6 months. Katherine has her room all prepared and is very excited. We look forward to having her with us and joining us serving the Lord.
The first question which the priest and the Levite asked was: “If I stop to help this man, what will happen to me?” But the good Samaritan reversed the question: “If I do not stop to help this man, what will happen to
him?” – Martin Luther King Jr
We humbly thank you for your continued prayers and financial support. If you haven’t yet, we ask that you would prayerfully consider financially supporting this ministry in Peru. Without more financial partners this ministry can not continue to grow. We love you all and thank you for being part of God’s work in Peru.
The Lords Protection 2Thessalonians 3:3 But the Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one. Some of you have heard about when Katherine, our dog Codie and I went on a hike on the mountain behind us. We were about an 1 1/2 hours into the hike when we saw and heard a big dog about 30 yards away rushing down the mountain toward us growling and snarling. Our dog Codie, who is normally very gentle took off toward the dog. I truly believe he was trying to protect us. There was a dip in the terrain above us and both dogs disappeared in it. The next thing we heard was a ferocious dog fight break out. Our hearts sank. With Katherine screaming and the dogs fighting I ran as hard as I could to get to Codie. When I got to the peak of the dip I saw the other dog yelping and running into the trees. I looked down and Codie turned toward me, started waging his tail and began running to me ready to play. I searched him from head to toe and back again and couldn’t find a scratch on him. We then decided to head home, and as we were hiking across the mountain we noticed the other dog following above us. This dog continued to follow us most of the way back growling and slobbering but he never came any closer. I watched Codie as he kept an eye on the other dog. Even with the dog following us, I had a peace about me, knowing all was OK. I’m not sure what was wrong or what provoked this dog, but I am sure the Lord was watching over us. When you have the Holy Spirit living in you, you experience a peace that can’t be compared with anything else. I think of Daniel in the Lion’s den, Moses standing at the edge of the Red Sea, David standing before Goliath and so many more. The peace and comfort they had to have. Psalms says “Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and staff, they comfort me.” This peace and comfort is for all of us, and we are blessed to have it. The number one protection we have is the army of prayer warriors we have praying. Please continue to pray, it is very powerful. And please let us know your prayer request, we would be honored to pray for your specific needs.
Matthew 16:18 And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.
My prayer this day is that we will remember to be thankful for God’s constant provision and protection in our lives.
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The Goshorns Step by Step
Prayer Requests and Praises
CONTINUED physical, emotional and spiritual protection.
Continued financial and prayer support, as well as new financial and prayer partners.
Prayers for prison ministries
SAFETY as we continue to explore ministry opportunities.
Praises for the people in Peru so
That we trust in the Lord for everything and stay strong in our faith in Him.
For Jennifer’s mom (Joan)
Prayers for Daniel’s and Audrey's trip home. Prayers that relationships at the orphanage will grow.
willing to help.
We are thankful for the body of Christ. We are thankful for our health.
Prayers for discernment about new ministry opportunities.
Par tner with us God has been very clear that we cannot do anything alone. First we need Him, second we need the Body of Christ. We will never be effective ministers of God’s word without your prayers and financial support. Please consider partnering with us to further God’s Kingdom in Peru.
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Hebrews 6:10 God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them.