Ministry Partners,
The internet was working better this morning so I am posting the photo I wanted to post yesterday.
I have so much to be thankful for and the list continues to grow not only in my personal life but also for IRM. I am so thankful that Jesus has been my Savior since 1964 and that He has called me to this ministry and enabled me to share His love with others. I am so thankful for my son, Rev. Alfred and Rev. Aaron who partner with and serve alongside me. We, three, are so thankful for each of you who sacrifice financially to send us here and those of you who faithfully hold IRM and us up in prayer. Yesterday, we spent our Thanksgiving in two prisons watching the Holy Spirit bring over 2,000 to saving knowledge in Jesus Christ.
What a great day/way to thank God and give him praise!
So far today, there has been no rain. The partying here went on late last night so I am thankful that I was able to sleep in til 7:45 since we only have one prison crusade today. The O.C. said he wanted us there at 2pm which means we left our hotel at 1:15 but with especially rough roads we arrived at 2:10.
This was a small farm prison of 98 but some were out so there were 76 prisoners plus 6 guards for me to speak to. The prisoners gathered under a large tree and there was even room for me so I did not have to stand in the sun. At every prison there are those prisoners who "act" detached and watch the ground when I look at them but then there are those who never take their eyes off of me, even when I look directly at their eyes. And then there are always a few that watch me so intently that they don't seem to even blink. I had a couple of those today as well as having everyone there respond to all 3 invitations.
At testimony time, one prisoner said," I was full of anger because my employer and I was planning to go and take revenge in him but now I has forgiven him and I feel free in my heart."
On the way home, we stopped at a roadside cafe for dinner and had BBQ pork on a skewer with a plate full of accompaniments. I usually have a hard time finding something to eat but tonight I ate very well.
Tomorrow we leave this place and travel towards our next prison and get closer to the boarder. We will soon be entering Tanzania.
That none would be lost,
Arlene
I like what you share about prisoner shares what he was going to do but then decided not to do. He believes in what you have talk to them about Jesus. I am glad you found some good food to eat. We had a good time on Thanksgiving with food made with ham, not turkey. God bless!!
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