VBS DAY 6 & SUNDAY
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Once again, God began the day by clearing out the morning rain just in time to walk the kids from the local community center to the camp site. Looking back at the week, we see clearly how God used the rain and the sunshine for His good purposes. The rain brought in cooler temperatures that protected us from greater fatigue from heat. It also kept the kids in closer vicinity in the first few days to help them get to know one another and have a better time together as friends throughout the rest of the week.
Above: With thunderstorms forecast, it was amazing to start our morning under beautiful sunshine.
Above: Luca joining us in prayer in the beginning of the day.
Above: We have never had so many parents show up for our Saturday VBS ‘open house’. Dezső led the small group time for parents and was able to share his testimony about his experience God allowing him to lose everything in order that he might seek Jesus and find true life in Him. It was fitting as the Bible study for the kids this day was based on the humbling of Nebuchadnezzar “You shall be made to eat grass like an ox, and you shall be wet with the dew of heaven, and seven periods of time shall pass over you, till you know that the Most High rules the kingdom of men and gives it to whom he will.” (Daniel 4:25) The parents were very attentive and a good discussion ensued after the time of testimony. About half of the group has known us from previous camps and from town, but do not attend our church. The other half were new faces. It is already a step in the right direction for them to be sending their children to our VBS where we clearly use the time to teach their kids about God’s word. We hope that the parents will also be drawn to Jesus and begin seeking Him.
Above: We were encouraged to see Erika return and participate in the small group study. She seems to be under conviction and seeking God. Please pray for her and her husband Tamás (they own a local bar in town) as they continue to spend time with our Hungarian partners in ministry Miki and Erika. Pray for Erika and Tamás’ salvation.
Above: Dezső’s mother (right) with Julika. Julika who just last year was recovering from major chemo therapy for cancer and then diagnosed with issues with her thyroid gave praise to God for His supernatural provision of strength given to her this whole week. Julika said that she had not spent a full day awake since being sick, but from the first day of camp to the last, she was able to not only to stay awake but serve with us with great joy and strength. Praise God for His provision.
Above: Kids singing one of their favorite camp songs shoulder to shoulder. It was great to see that most of them (even though they can’t read) were able to memorize the lyrics through the week. The song gives a clear description of God’s clear revelation of His love through sending His only Son Jesus Christ.
We praise God for using this camp to sew seeds of the Gospel. God used it to continue to strengthen relationships with families in the community, to teach children about prayer and to communicate the Gospel. Thank all of you for your participation through prayer!
SUNDAY WORSHIP
Above: Dezső leading small group prayer time. Praise God that Tamás and his wife Ági attended church tonight. They were very open and honest seeking to respond to the message just preached on forgiveness. Please continue to pray for Tamás who just recently professed faith in Jesus. Pray also for his wife Ági to come to understand the message of salvation and new life found in Jesus.
Above: Niki with her mother Kati. Praise God that Kati made a profession of faith in Jesus tonight after service! Once her daughter Niki found out, she broke out in tears and embraced her mother. The irony of these events is that Gabi who was the first to profess faith in Jesus (who then brought his sister to church and then his mom) has now drifted and turned away from fellowship. Please pray as this family is under tremendous spiritual attack and temptation. Pray that they would all be strengthened in their faith and grow in maturity.
Above: A double rainbow appears over Petőfibánya soon after Kati put her faith in Jesus Christ.
Above: With thunderstorms forecast, it was amazing to start our morning under beautiful sunshine.
Above: Luca joining us in prayer in the beginning of the day.
Above: We have never had so many parents show up for our Saturday VBS ‘open house’. Dezső led the small group time for parents and was able to share his testimony about his experience God allowing him to lose everything in order that he might seek Jesus and find true life in Him. It was fitting as the Bible study for the kids this day was based on the humbling of Nebuchadnezzar “You shall be made to eat grass like an ox, and you shall be wet with the dew of heaven, and seven periods of time shall pass over you, till you know that the Most High rules the kingdom of men and gives it to whom he will.” (Daniel 4:25) The parents were very attentive and a good discussion ensued after the time of testimony. About half of the group has known us from previous camps and from town, but do not attend our church. The other half were new faces. It is already a step in the right direction for them to be sending their children to our VBS where we clearly use the time to teach their kids about God’s word. We hope that the parents will also be drawn to Jesus and begin seeking Him.
Above: We were encouraged to see Erika return and participate in the small group study. She seems to be under conviction and seeking God. Please pray for her and her husband Tamás (they own a local bar in town) as they continue to spend time with our Hungarian partners in ministry Miki and Erika. Pray for Erika and Tamás’ salvation.
Above: Dezső’s mother (right) with Julika. Julika who just last year was recovering from major chemo therapy for cancer and then diagnosed with issues with her thyroid gave praise to God for His supernatural provision of strength given to her this whole week. Julika said that she had not spent a full day awake since being sick, but from the first day of camp to the last, she was able to not only to stay awake but serve with us with great joy and strength. Praise God for His provision.
Above: Kids singing one of their favorite camp songs shoulder to shoulder. It was great to see that most of them (even though they can’t read) were able to memorize the lyrics through the week. The song gives a clear description of God’s clear revelation of His love through sending His only Son Jesus Christ.
We praise God for using this camp to sew seeds of the Gospel. God used it to continue to strengthen relationships with families in the community, to teach children about prayer and to communicate the Gospel. Thank all of you for your participation through prayer!
SUNDAY WORSHIP
Above: Dezső leading small group prayer time. Praise God that Tamás and his wife Ági attended church tonight. They were very open and honest seeking to respond to the message just preached on forgiveness. Please continue to pray for Tamás who just recently professed faith in Jesus. Pray also for his wife Ági to come to understand the message of salvation and new life found in Jesus.
Above: Niki with her mother Kati. Praise God that Kati made a profession of faith in Jesus tonight after service! Once her daughter Niki found out, she broke out in tears and embraced her mother. The irony of these events is that Gabi who was the first to profess faith in Jesus (who then brought his sister to church and then his mom) has now drifted and turned away from fellowship. Please pray as this family is under tremendous spiritual attack and temptation. Pray that they would all be strengthened in their faith and grow in maturity.
Above: A double rainbow appears over Petőfibánya soon after Kati put her faith in Jesus Christ.