Opening a congregation is tough and challenging especially if working as an independent missionary. Plans, strategies and resources must be done carefully. I am so blessed to have a wife who really supports me in doing mission work.
Our work started when an unknown guy invited us to visit in their place. A mountainous area for we have to travel more than an hour to reach the place. It is tough in the beginning for only 3 to 4 adults are coming to listen and attend worship. I am so disappointed and wanted to quit and look for a place more receptive to the Gospel. One Sunday my family went to serve together with my two kids; to our surprise 11 little children are sitting and waiting for us that Sunday. We are stunned and asked who sent them? One little girl answered— "Our grandmother (the most dedicated woman in that place) told us to come and listen to the Word of God."
I cannot believe my ears; God really works in mysterious ways. God used these little children to inspire us to continue spreading God’s Word. These little children are so faithful in learning God’s Word; they come early every Sunday and sing and actively participate in our activities. Some of their parents are starting to participate now and hopefully we can finish our small church building so more will have room to worship and listen to God’s Word.
Looking back and studying the way that God wanted me to follow. Working for His Kingdom is God’s plan and action. We have good plans and strategies but God’s way and wisdom are unique and always effective. Let the Word work and create wonders. It is still tough but God’s hand is felt guiding and directing our ways.
God’s way is simple that He can use people you don’t expect to be useful in the ministry. These little believers are noisy playing during Bible Studies but when they started coming the congregation slowly arises. Next step is developing them to become dedicated believers and workers but God will use technique that is simple and effective. Just trust God - He is the master technician. I already learned my lesson—let the Word of God finish the job.
Pastor Jordan Palangyos
Our work started when an unknown guy invited us to visit in their place. A mountainous area for we have to travel more than an hour to reach the place. It is tough in the beginning for only 3 to 4 adults are coming to listen and attend worship. I am so disappointed and wanted to quit and look for a place more receptive to the Gospel. One Sunday my family went to serve together with my two kids; to our surprise 11 little children are sitting and waiting for us that Sunday. We are stunned and asked who sent them? One little girl answered— "Our grandmother (the most dedicated woman in that place) told us to come and listen to the Word of God."
I cannot believe my ears; God really works in mysterious ways. God used these little children to inspire us to continue spreading God’s Word. These little children are so faithful in learning God’s Word; they come early every Sunday and sing and actively participate in our activities. Some of their parents are starting to participate now and hopefully we can finish our small church building so more will have room to worship and listen to God’s Word.
Church building in progress
God’s way is simple that He can use people you don’t expect to be useful in the ministry. These little believers are noisy playing during Bible Studies but when they started coming the congregation slowly arises. Next step is developing them to become dedicated believers and workers but God will use technique that is simple and effective. Just trust God - He is the master technician. I already learned my lesson—let the Word of God finish the job.
Pastor Jordan Palangyos
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