I am firmly committed to planning my activities. I maintain extensive “to do” lists and have a pretty good idea about what each week will hold. I also find it helpful to look backward and to review what actually occurred. I am especially interested in thinking about evangelism opportunities and how the message is advanced both locally and through mission efforts around the world.
A week ago, Jan and I were at the Tulsa Workshop. We made several good contacts, especially related to evangelism projects and missions efforts. Sunday was fairly normal, and Monday was devoted to preparing and mailing mission reports, and to working on missions preparations. Tuesday was mission-oriented with a trip to Dallas to work through details of a Baxter committee meeting. Wednesday gave some unique outreach opportunities through contacts with those who were present at the funeral of Charlie Stites. Impressions were made, conversations initiated, God gives the increase. Thursday and Friday were devoted to mission preparations as I prepare to spend most of April in Chile, but Friday afternoon gave the opportunity to visit with an elder from another congregation about the challenges facing the church. Saturday’s Ladies’ Day provided more outreach opportunities, both in sharing parts of the day with some who are seeking faith, and in encouraging others regarding mission activities.
I am praying about the opportunities and seeds planted. I trust you are also planting seeds and praying about opportunities. Without planting and watering, God cannot give the increase!