The time has come once again to begin the process of packing for our next MissionIndia Trip. We leave soon after Christmas for what is looking like another exciting and jammed packed schedule of teaching and reaching others with the love of Jesus.
How can we know it will be exciting? Because every year before we leave the Devil gets in our way. Why would he even try so hard to stop us if he was not operating out of fear that our time in India would bear much fruit for the Kingdom of God? Paul understood the warfare that accompanied his ministry. He says in 1 Thessalonians 2:18 Therefore we wanted to come to you — even I, Paul, time and again — but Satan hindered us. The word “hindered” suggests that plans are detoured or postponed. Last year we were hindered by several flight delays that lasted for three days. Health problems tend to crop up within weeks of leaving causing friends and family to be concerned about our safety. The guarantee is that if you are planning to do anything for the glory of God, the Devil will tangle himself up in the details. But greater is He that is in us than he that is in the world.
God’s will and plans for our lives are so much bigger than the schemes of the enemy. The Devil is actually afraid of what will happen if you succeed in whatever God has called you to do. Whether you travel abroad or remain at home, dig in your heels and stay the course that God has charted for your life and ministry. The Holy Spirit is in partnership with you regardless of the opposition. In the end, the enemy loses and God wins!
As is our custom, we will journal our upcoming trip through this blog. We ask that you remember us in prayer throughout the coming months. And don’t forget to leave comments. They mean a lot to us and are a source of encouragement throughout our time in India.
Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Keep looking up!