LIBERDA FAMILY PRAYER JOURNAL
DECEMBER 12, 2011
There are very few things that truly last, and the transient missionary life provides ample reminders of this. Everything is a for a time, and there is a season for everything. And yet every passing thing contributes to that which lasts. Temporary trials that come and go prepare us for the eternal, and short lived blessings provide a tase of everlasting ones to come. This past "season" for us has been marked by the routine of school at home and the completely unroutine event of "dad" being gone from home for nearly two months to tour and speak in Alliance churches. It was a good time to be in the churches, and it was good for it to end and to be back home with the family.
The overwhelming sense of the tour experience was one of tremendous blessing to be in each one of these churches of Christ, to be part of each of these faith families if only for a short time. Whatever any of their problems or successes, strengths or weaknesses, each is a family of its own and a small part of a much larger family. Wherever it is found it represents an entirely unique situation in this world...a place where hearts born opposed to God have been reborn to yearn for Him. We are so thankful for this Church...the American Church with its long heritage and the Mongolian Church in all its newness. It is a privilege to be called to serve both by being sent from the one to the other, and to participate in strengthening it on both ends. We are thankful for all of you fellow members of the Church who support our transient coming and going and all the needs and cares that come with such a life. Thank you for your support in sending us and keeping us going, and for keeping these prayer requests lifted up.
PRAYER REQUESTS
Praise God for opportunities to connect with new churches and develop relationships with partner churches. Pray for fruitful ministry as we have opportunity to share about Mongolia, missions, and our lives and ministry.Praise God for the Christian school the kids are able to attend this year with high academic standards, team sports and music learning opportunities, and best of all a great emphasis on Bible and spiritual growth. Pray that they would excel and be encouraged in learning and experiencing new things. Praise God for His provision to meet our needs in this home assignment year. Pray for our support needs as extra school, healthcare, and living expenses come our way. Praise God for the fruitful ministries going on in Mongolia. Pray for our team and ministries in Mongolia as we are away.Praise God for our health. Pray for the best of spiritual, mental, and physical health for us and our family, and for renewed strength and vision for our return to Mongolia that is now just six months away. We are grateful for your generous giving, in particular to the Great Commission Fund which is our main source of support!
SPECIAL NOTE: Our OUTFIT FUND is currently closed to donations for the coming year due to tax regulation limitations. For support details please refer to our website SUPPORT page.
Brother Levi helping Miriam with reading homework.
Miriam's kindergarten class Thanksgiving party.
Levi's 2nd grade class Thanksgiving party
Malachi's first game, and one of his two point-scoring free-throw shots.
Isaiah (on far right) and his team at their first game.