Well, here I am in Africa once again and I can’t tell you enough how grateful I am to be back! After a very long journey (24 hrs on plane, 22 hrs of layover time, and 8 hrs on a bus) we finally arrived. Our first day here, Richard (our missionary host) took us around town and brought us to a shop to pick up our bikes (our primary mode of transport). We then attempted to ride our bikes back home, but found that to be a difficult task, being that half of the bikes broke (all part of life as a missionary:) When we got home, we sat down with Richard and he told us about some of the things we will be doing. He said we will be teaching some English lessons, starting a men’s and a women’s bible study group, going out to the “bush churches” to preach and teach, planting new churches in the bush, working with groups of orphans and helping teach at a Pastor’s conference. Needless to say, we are all very excited about these amazing oportunities! So yesterday, I got to spend the day fixing all of the brand new bikes that had already begun falling apart. It was a little annoying at first, but the Lord quickly reminded me that I was doing it for Him and the team. And it turned out pretty sweet because two of the Ugandan guys came over to help me out. For about six hours Moses, Powell and I had a great time laughing at each other while we basically took 14 bikes apart and put them back together. When we were done, I took them up to the store to get some Cokes and then went back to kick the soccerball around for a while. They are really awesome guys and I look forward to spending more time with them. That night I was invited to go speak about unity at an overnight youth (ages 10 to 25) service. So at 11pm, I went and spoke for a while about being united by one Spirit and that by that Spirit we are brought into a brotherhood with one another. It was pretty simple, but they seemed to get alot out of it. I stayed as long as I could (they were preaching and singing and dancing, I wish you all could experience a chuch service in Africa, it is crazy awesome), but had to leave when I found myself fading at 1am. Times almost up, gotta go. Thanks so much for all your prayers, I will continue to keep you updated. May the grace of our Lord Jesus be with you always!
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Jesse it sounds so amazing… I am praying for you all, and can’t wait to hear more stories of God’s presence in Uganda! Maybe you should teach them the cupid shuffle!
Glad you made it safely….a 22 hour layover – whoa. Looking forward to hearing all about how God works through you and the team. God bless! AM
I am so excited you are back in Africa again, Jesse! Preach it, buhti! love love!
Hey Jesse, great update! I didn’t know you were a bike expert…well done! 🙂 Isn’t it just like the Lord to bring along 2 guys for you to get to know and start building relationships with as you fixed the bikes, i love it! Know that we’re praying for you guys and look forward to hearing more about what God’s doing there in and through you guys. Tell the team hello. You are missed!
Jesse, It’s great to hear that you guys made it to Uganda! I’m excited to see what God continues to do during your time there…I love seeing that He’s already started building those relationships. Tell the theam I say hello, and I’m praying for you all! God bless!
Jesse, So happy you had a safe trip. I know you are excited about being back in Africa once more. God has blessed you with much ability to spread his word. Your heart has such a feel for the unsaved on this earth. I pray for the safety and health of you and your team. Stay commited, I love you
Jesse, it is quite interesting to read of your physical and spiritual works in His name. I will keep you in my prayers for continual growth, safety and well-being. Today is your birthday, my reminder tells me. Have a wonderful, God-filled day!!
Your aunt, Hjordis
Well, I’m prety good about getting ahead of my reminders, so have a Happy Birthday on Dec. 7th!
God bless you and your team as you coninue to spread the word of God. Have a happy Birthday Jesse, I love you