Sunday Blessing

Sunday morning saw us not dressing in our normal "Sunday best", but rather taking a more casual approach with shorts, t-shirts and flip-flops (if you really felt the need for some shoes). Together with our Bibles went fully stocked picnic baskets, blankets, umbrellas and everything short of the kitchen sink - any outing with a little one involves lots more than what we were used to. About 45min out of town, we met up with the rest of the congregation out on one of the farms. It was a truly stunning summers day and there under the trees, we had our morning service and fellowship.

As our Jnr Pastor was turning 50 on Monday, our Snr Pastor (just over 50) based his sermon on the saying "how time flies". He spoke about how in the past this was a saying often used by more mature people, but that of late it has become almost an excuse for the young. Due to our very busy lives, important things are left on the sideline whilst "we do life". He reminded us of the importance of recognising and acting on opportunities that is from God; taking time in spending time to listen for His voice; making sure that we are examples to our children in using our time wisely; and lastly to enjoy the time that you are in at the moment. Our lives change daily, God is timeless and our time on earth is but a breath of what is to come.

There under the trees, we got to know most of our "new family in Christ". Some of them had been forcefully removed from their family homes by the war veterans - leaving all worldly possesions behind. They know when there is no fresh milk or cream on the shelves, its not because of logistical problems, but rather dairy farmers not being able to milk due to intimidation by outside forces. The "loss" of children and family members as they move to other countries is heartbreaking, many have not been able to visit at all due to financial constraints.


These people have been through so much, yet they remain steadfast in the Lord. They carry each other in prayer through heartache and disappointments. They accept the wordly challenges (wrongful imprisonment) and see it as an opportunity to spread the Word. Last week one of the ladies spent some time in a police cell and was able to lead 2 other female inmates to the Lord! God is using every one of them and they are willing to be obedient in their calling "Zimbabwe for Jesus". As their voices raised in songs of worship, some with tears streaming down their faces, I realised what a honour and privilege it is to be out in the open, in God's presence, in His time!


The farming community is close to our heart as many of our church members were once farmers and some have been able to get some of their land back. We continue to pray for God's Spirit to move through Zimbabwe and change hearts. We pray for protection over all the families that are seperated due to circumstances beyond their control. Lastly we pray that we will hear God's voice when He calls us to do our part in His plan for this beautiful country.