The Individual

I have prayed for this country in it's entirety, many many times. I've prayed that God would blanket this city, this nation. I've prayed that whole people groups would come to know Christ, I've prayed that workers would be strengthened and work diligently. I've prayed. I know God has heard every one of my prayers and constantly he comes back with "I'm workin' on it", because the God of justice can force people to believe in him but he won't, and I wouldn't have it any other way.

The fact of the matter is God is interested in the individual. Here in this country, this concept is very important. There is no whole families coming to Christ and and individual coming forward does not happen very often. It can be a very discouraging aspect of ministering in a Muslim dominated place. However, as recited previously any action of God never comes back void.

"In the end, responding to the gospel is not something meant for nations or communities or even churches; it is meant for individuals--one person at a time" -Richard Stearns

 When an individual reacts to the gospel message this is a catalyst for churches, communities, and eventually nations. This nation needs national individuals to know Christ as the path and the only path to salvation. Shame is a constant demon here, those interested in Christ as their Savior are stunted by the concept of being shunned from family members.

Let's admit it, being cast out from everyone you know and love is a scary thought, usually American households do not shun those in their family of different faith, they may not like it, but they love them despite the difference.

This nation needs the God of salvation, not only to blanket this country, but to swaddle the individual, yes, swaddle them. It will happen, in His time. Thank you for your prayers and your love. Thank you for taking a slice out of your time to pray for me. I would be happy to share a slice of the time I get to be in your prayers with the people of this nation, so please pray for them. Thanks.

All to God