Saturday, June 28, 2008

Day 13 (June 27) - Home

After 28 hours of travel, we arrived safely and uneventfully back in Moses Lake. We are so thankful to God for His grace to us during our trip. The weather was great. The travels were smooth. The people were amazingly hospitable. Our team was unified and worked great together. Our missionary hosts were so generous, well prepared, kind and helpful. I think we all left with our hearts expended for the Burkinabe people and for our missionaries and pastors there. God is working there in amazing ways. People are hungry for Jesus. Unlike our easy faith, they have to give up something to follow Jesus. They suffer real persecution, yet are on fire for Jesus. I think we were all convicted and challenged. We thank God for those like the Schaeffers, Hulls, and Obergs who are willing to give their lives for Christ and the Gospel. They are amazing. Our admiration of them has grown. They love the Lord and it shows in what they do for Him and in His Name. Thank you so much to the people of Moses Lake Alliance Church for sending us, supporting us, and praying for us. We hope to prove that it was money, time and effort well spent. Finally, thanks so much to Kevin, Bonnie, Daniel, Jacob, Abby, and Emma. We love you guys and are so thankful to you and for you. You will remain in our prayers and in our hearts.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

Hi Michael,

I thoroughly enjoyed your blog. What great pictures and commentary! Thanks so much to you and each member of the Moses Lake team for coming to Burkina and for all you invested here.

gratefully in Christ,

Andrew Schaeffer & family