Greetings from Luanshya, Zambia!
We have been asked: "What do you do on a daily basis?"
This question is not easy to answer because our schedule is often determined by the circumstances of the day. There is an old saying: "Man plans, God laughs." This doesn't mean that God laughs at our plans. He does all things "decently and in order." It does mean, however, that our plans are ultimately at the pleasure of God and He makes the final determination. Lots of things can cause a change in the day-to-day program.
This past month Sherry suffered two cases of Malaria over a three-week period. The first medicine she was given did little more than make her even sicker at her stomach. The second dose was slower to work because she was already suffering from the first medication. She soldiered on even continuing with a few of her Bible classes along the way. Finally, the Malaria was chased away and she is recuperating. Thank you for your prayers on her behalf. She is regaining her strength daily and is back at the Christian Resource Centre.
In fact, she just sent me a note to let me know that a little girl was just in and wanted to read something on "what happens when we die". Sherry spoke with her and she's gone on her way. The girl wants to think about what Sherry said and talk more on Thursday. Children here are more familiar with death than those in some other places. Of a population of about 16 million, 1.4 million are orphans. These children see parents, aunts, uncles and even siblings die – many from Malaria. Questions about eternity are not from Sunday School… They come from real-life. I am very happy that Sherry has recovered (again) from Malaria and even happier that she can spend a part of her day sharing the love of Christ with a child with questions far beyond her years.
Staying with Sherry's ministry, her Saturday Youth Bible Study continued through the "Easter Weekend" talking about "Dealing With Deception". Last week they studied "Befriended then Betrayed" from Psalm 55. Everyone could appreciate that lesson from personal experience. This coming week she will be showing the film "War Room." That should bring an interesting discussion. Please pray for these young people. In a few years they will be leaders in the Zambian community. Sherry is preparing them for that task!
Thank you for your faithful prayers and support. Without you we would not be able to remain…
In His Service,
Patrick & Sherry
