Japan #5 - August 1

The Bible classes and English lessons have finally have come to a close. It's been difficult, yet rewarding two weeks where we were able to see the people of Toyohashi from all ages and religious backgrounds. The relationships went beyond the classrooms as the team members and church folks sat down with anyone who did not know Christ to share and to laugh with them. We were encouraged by the love and hospitality THCC members showed to the newcomers, often picking up from where the team left off because of the language and cultural barriers. While it is difficult to measure our success in the classrooms and lunch tables, we believe that the Holy Spirit can and will grow the seeds that have been planted in due time. This Sunday (8/2) is a special Sunday where we invited the students to the worship gathering, so please pray that God would work in hearts of those who do not know Christ. Our sister Christal (Soojin) and brother Young will be giving their testimonies, so have them in your prayers as well.

Beginning in next week, the team will be going to the Bible camp with about 90 Junior and Senior High School Students. The past team members have been telling us that the camp was the most challenging time during their stay in Japan, so some of us are quite worried about what will happen. Again, we ask for your prayers that God would work mightily in these kids despite our insufficient Japanese and other weaknesses.

-In Him-

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