June 24th update

Hello from the G2G Team!

 This morning we went to Duase school where we did our usual program, and the children were so attentive we decided to spend some extra time with them. Their enthusiasm was very refreshing! As I was listening to Cisley teach the lesson, and watching the children's' faces, I couldn't help but think about the response we would get if were we ministering at a public school in North America. It is so exciting to share the gospel with those who want to hear it! 

We had only one school program today, so we were able to come home and have the rest of the morning to relax a bit. For team devotions we read Ephesians 3:14-19 - "For this reason I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, from whom the whole family in Heaven and earth is named, that He would grant you, according to the riches of His glory, to be strengthened with might through His spirit in the inner man, that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love, may be able to comprehend with all the saints what is the width and length and depth and height- to know the love of Christ which passes knowledge; that you may be filled with all the fullness of God." This was a timely challenge as many of us are beginning to feel the affects of the long days, and need to be "strengthened with might through His spirit....." Daniel reminded us of how incredible it is to be loved by the Almighty God! I was thinking of the song - "There's a wonder of sunset at evening, the wonder at sunrise I see, but the wonder of wonders that thrills my soul is the wonder that God loves me. Oh the wonder of it all! The wonder of it all! Just to think that God loves me." We were encouraged to let the love of Christ flow through us to the Ghanaian people. "By this shall all men know that you are my disciples, if you have love one to another." - John 13:35

 After lunch we headed out for some more evangelism. This week we will be focusing on the areas near the Believers Bible Assembly. I find that each time the Lord gives me the opportunity to share the gospel with someone, I come away with my own faith strengthened, and my heart encouraged! I have a renewed joy and thankfulness for my salvation! I know I've said it before but I am overwhelmed at the honor and privilege of being used by The Lord to share the good news! There are lots of stories to tell about our experiences, but it's generally the same scenario over and over again, the people are trusting in their good works to get them to Heaven. Today my team witnessed to a Ghanaian Mormon named Eric, who was so blinded to the truth. Pray for him that the seeds we planted will bear fruit. I had the opportunity to talk with several Seventh Day Adventists who believe in Jesus + works, and that you can lose your salvation. It is incredible to see how The Lord gives the right words to say, and brings Scripture to mind when you need it.

 Before saying goodnight, I have to praise Cisley for the delicious Caribbean meal she prepared for dinner. It was amazing! We are enjoying such sweet fellowship together as a team. I have been blessed by each member over the past week and a half! Please continue to pray for us as we near the home stretch. We need physical strength to be energetic to the end! Also, pray for the people who have heard the gospel that their eyes may be opened to the truth. We are thankful for your support! - Joanna for the whole team

Mara sharing the gospel with ropes

Esther and Joanne with their friends