What Are We Doing Here?

     How many times have you asked yourself that question, and in how many different contexts?  Honestly, I don't think we can do much here ourselves in the Congo, the issues are so complex.  but, it is evident that God is working and "doing" many things in the lives of the people here in Katanga province, in many different ways.  And I believe HE has placed us in a very unique position to observe and learn from the middle of several diffent avenues of ministry...all of which give us the opportunity to "do" for the glory of God.  Here are some of them in no particular order:

1. My job: Flying: assisting in the ministry of those being flown; and a ministry to those being flown, as well as to everyone else involved. 
2. Internal Staff:  Learn from and encourage eachother. 
3. You:  We realize we have an opportunity to show to you what God is doing in a very different place in the world.
4. Our Children:  To help them gain the most possible from where they are. Even if we never impacted anyone else for the Lord, we have 3 people right in our house.
5. Church
6. Community:  Everyday life, including everyone we interact with (even the police).

     I also believe these areas are no different than anyone elses.  We all live in a little bit different contexts, and that gives us a great opportunity to learn from and encourage each other.  God has placed you in a very unique position, because it is you, His child, His representative, that He has offered the privilege of doing what you are currently doing for His glory and for His purpose.  Meaning "ministry" is not a job to add to your life, but rather, your life is your ministry...we then live our lives for the glory of God.

     I will try to take the next few posts to highlight what each of these areas look like, so far, for us here in Lubumbashi, DRC.  Remember, we've been here for only 2 months now, so there is infinately more to learn.