Continuation

I was forced to discontinue my previous post because Lauren's iphone unexpectedly failed. Our first day of ministry was certainly a success in more ways than one. We performed many health screenings, and presented the Gospel to many people as well. I was surprised at how receptive the people were to hearing the Gospel!! Although no one wanted to "Make a decision" for Christ, they listened to and understood the Gospel almost every time. In my past evangelism experience, I found that most people were not willing to just talk about Jesus. They seemed to think that we were trying to sell them something. This time it was different though. The medical screenings seemed to provide the people with a sense of trust an even gratitude toward us. This allowed us to smoothly transition into spiritual conversations which were infinitely more valuable to the patients than were the basic medical tests. As I anticipated this project, I ashamedly admit that I was looking forward more to the medical aspects of it, but I have come to appreciate the urgency of preaching the Gospel to these people. Many of them have heard of God and even say they believe in Him, but have never actually heard the Gospel. My highest concern is that these people have the chance to hear the Gospel presented. Even though many of them are not ready to accept Christ, they understand and hear the good news. That is the reason we are here. I am now even more looking forward to opening a clinic in the city because I have discovered how EFFECTIVE medicine is as a ministry tool!! I have had some fear in sharing the Gospel, but God has thus far given me the words to speak in every occasion. Please keep me in prayer as I find my own style of naturally sharing.
To God be the Glory!!
Amen