Salvation

Well, it was my foggy, pregnant brain! I am so sorry about that :(

Well, here is something new and exciting that just happened today - puts a smile in my heart.

This morning we witnessed the testimony and baptism of a gentleman from our church (hopefully photos to come). This gentleman, about 50-ish (eek - terrible at guessing ages:) has been a believer for about 3 yrs.

He shared that he had grown up in a Catholic church and having a fear of sharing with the priest his 'confession' as well as witnessing some coldness within the church decided religion was not for him. He married a sweet lady who was also a non-believer. Through the witness of a neighbour, his wife came to the Lord. This faithful prayer-warrior prayed for 30 long years for her hubby to come to know Christ. She went through a lot when he joined the police force and struggled to come to terms with what he witnessed. He took out his frustrations on his family and kids and became even harder. He later suffered a heart attack and was challenged by a friend to be ready to meet Christ (maybe a Christian police officer - not sure on specific details - only that an officer friend invited him to the Salvation Army Church). The Lord worked on his heart during a particular service there which lead to his salvation. After 30 long years of prayer he has come into a relationship with His creator! This man broke down and wept when he shared how long his wife had prayed for him.

The Lord truly cares for the lost

The prayers of a faithful, consistent wife (or Father, Uncle, friend, whoever...) are heard!

The whole event of a genuine conversion can have a bonding effect on the church. After the service I dropped a few people home and was so encouraged to hear the conversation in the van - one woman from Ghana encouraging another gentleman to see that his daughter could come to the Lord - that he should keep praying! Am encouraged to pray for this woman too - and discovered today that her baby is due on the same day as mine... will know in more ways that one how to pray for her.

Our God is an awesome God!