MISSION: Uganda Blog Update 01-25-2005

Greetings! Things are going well on the deputation trail. Last Wednesday, I was in New Franklin, MO, in Bible Baptist Church (pastor: Rodney Haggett). I was flying solo, with just myself and the three boys, as Anna and Elizabeth were driving back from South Dakota. They had gone up for Grandpa Brush's funeral. The meeting went great, and I was able to influence more young men to answer God's call for their life. Then, as it worked out, we were able to meet Anna and her sisters in Columbia, MO. You should have seen those boys. They sure were missing their momma. The next few days we spent resting and trying to get caught up again. I picked up whatever Elizabeth had when she left, and ran a fever and had a splitting sinus headache until yesterday. I don't think we've really had a chance to slow down since the first of the year when we went up to Rapid City. We drove out to New Hope General Baptist in Silva, MO (pastor: Dan Ross), and had another great meeting. It was good to have Anna back. I can make it without her, but it isn't very pleasant.

Good news! We're expecting another baby! This will be our fifth. I'm personally hoping for a girl, because Elizabeth NEEDS a little sister. The 2005 model is due for delivery on or about September 15. Please pray, for health for the baby and mom, and that Anna will be able to start labor on her own this time, and on time (she tends to run long, develop high blood pressure, and have to be induced and be juiced up on Mag Sulfate – no fun). Pray that the morning sickness will tone down a bit, as this go round seems to be more brutal than previous pregnancies. Also, be in prayer for me as I continue to line up meetings. We're doing very well, but I still have to schedule about 15 or so more to fill up the year. Pray that our support picks up this month. Pray that God provides a larger van to replace the one we lost earlier this month. Pray for safety as we travel.

That's all for now.