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Ogallo Family – Prayer Letter Oct-Nov 2012
Grace Baptist Church – Eldoret
P.O. Box 170 – 30100, Eldoret, Kenya
Tel: +254 53 2030823; Cell: +254 723 918943 or +254 737 918943
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Dear Friends,
Receive our greetings in the name of our
Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
At the end of what otherwise is a very
hard Psalm, David concludes (35:28) “And my tongue shall speak of Your
righteousness and of Your praise all the day long.” We rejoice as we report of
the Lord’s righteousness upon our lives and ministry in these past weeks.
At
the end of September HeartCry and our Zambian brethren facilitated a ten days
trip for Pastor Sam of Grace Baptist Church Kisumu and I. The purpose was for
us to visit the CopperBelt Ministerial College (CMC) in Ndola city so that we
could learn lessons which would help us structure our new College in Kisumu.
The two Sundays which found us in Zambia were memorable. The first Sunday (30th
September), I had opportunity to preach at Kabwata Baptist Church where I last
preached exactly twenty years and one month ago! The last Sunday (7th
October) I was also privileged to preach at Lusaka Baptist Church where I last
preached exactly seven years ago! Reuniting with former acquaintances and making
new contacts brought to me no small joy. And so, I have been meditating on
Psalm 16:3 “And to the saints who are on the earth, “They are the excellent
ones, in whom is all my delight.”
From
1st to 5th October we were in Ndola city. Our time at CMC
was very fruitful in every way. It was a great privilege to attend the
lectures, interact with the students, and discuss with the administration and the
faculty. We also had opportunities to visit homes of the leaders of various
churches both in Ndola and back in Lusaka. Food everywhere was delicious and
these good brethren made sure we didn’t lack anything; I actually added weight!
CMC has been operating for over four years and held its first graduation early
this year. In all this, we learnt a lot.
During
those two Sundays while I was away, Pastor Michael of Bethesda Baptist Church travelled
from Nairobi and preached for me. The church appreciated his ministry very
much. While the church was very happy to have me back, many also testified that
my being away made them learn to look to the Lord more earnestly; what a good
lesson that was!
We
say thank you for your replies and prayers following our last Prayer Letter (2nd
Supplement). We needed them so much. Shortly after my return from Zambia, a
young man called Jeffry, who was under conviction of sin, approached me. After
a long talk, I pointed him to Christ upon whom he made a profession of faith.
He has been regular at the teaching ministries of the church. Please remember
him in prayers that the Lord will enable him to grow in faith and the knowledge
of Christ. We are also very thankful to God for new people attending our
services. Pray that the Lord may save those who are not yet saved and that
believers may seek to identify with the church through membership. We continue
to develop opportunities among the University students. Please pray that these
opportunities will bear lasting fruit. Equally, do not be weary to pray for us
regarding church land and a more permanent meeting structure.
This
coming Lord’s Day, we expect James Williamson of HeartCry and the Coordinator
of ministerial training colleges at Lusaka and Ndola. After the Sunday
ministries, both of us will travel to Kisumu where James will visit the College
and give lectures. Please pray for us regarding various needs of this young
College. Finally, pray for our annual Family Conference set for 10th
to 14th Dec.
In Christ by grace,
Naphtally &
Helida Ogallo.
