November 19th, 2008

Two things spring to mind this week:

Cavin and Rudy, two of my favorite guys, have both made an exciting decision this week. I will spare you the details of it, but praise God for a significant step in faith for them! I am so proud of them.

I met up this past week with two new guys, both of them "on the fringe." I think God is strongly at work in each one of their lives, but these last few weeks of the semester could be crucial for them. Both are interested in growing in their relationship with Jesus.

Pray:

1. Praise God for his work in Cavin and Rudy's lives!

2. That these two guys would have a broad impact on the rest of my Bible study.

3. For Jordan and Austin, that God would call deep into their hearts.

Here is a picture of me and Rudy on our recent roadtrip to Sacramento. (by the way, the scruffy look is because the guys and I are doing "No-Shave November")

November 12th, 2008

Andrew C. is one of the "fringe" guys in my Bible study. I have been meeting with him on a weekly basis, but he comes to Bible study more sporadically; in general he is not quite as plugged in as the other guys in the study. I get a sense from him that he is still making up his mind about what he wants to do with himself.

Andrew grew up in a Christian home, but he began to party last year, and has been drinking this semester. He seems to be trying hard to fit in. We had a great time in the word this past week, going over the parable of the sower.

Pray:

1. That the Word would speak powerfully to him.

2. That God would convict him of sin, and give him a heart for holiness.

3. That God would give him a heart to take the gospel to the campus!

November 5th, 2008

I'm very sorry for forgetting to update this yesterday. I have no idea why I didn't, it just slipped my mind. Actually, I'm surprised that that hasn't happened more often.

Can I just say that I am so grateful for you who check this blog and pray for me? You are a blessing to me, and I am so encouraged by you.

Here are some requests for this week:

1. Would you pray for our students as they begin to make their summer plans? Summers seem like a time where students either grow a lot, or else stagnate. I would like to see my guys make decision that will help them grow this summer!

2. Would you pray for our staff team here at CSULB? We could use prayer for unity, love, and encouragement.

3. Would you pray for Haroon? Pray that he will continue to be open to the gospel and to reading the Bible, and that God would speak to him during our time together.