August & September, 2011

Dear Pastor and Praying Friends,                                                                  

We Praise God for His Joy.  

Certainly one of the hallmarks of being born again is knowing and experiencing the joy of our great and gracious God.  In 1993 our family was also blessed by the birth of our beautiful daughter, Elizabeth Joy.  Indeed, she has flooded our lives with an abundance of precious joy!  As Elizabeth grew older, we began thinking about which Bible college God would have her attend.  After a season of prayer, we all had a peace about her enrolling at Crown College in Powell, TN.  In preparation, Elizabeth began working first one and then two jobs.  Of course we wanted to help her as best we could, though our human financial resources were definitely limited.  Our family prayed for a miracle and God answered our prayers!  Elizabeth was awarded a scholarship, a big help toward paying her school bill.  However, we knew she also needed a job while going to college.  Once again, God answered our prayers and Elizabeth got hired - on the spot by the first company to which she applied!  Furthermore, this business is located close to Crown College.  Our hearts are overflowing with gratitude and praise to our mighty God - the majestic Giver of JOY!

 

We Praise God for His Progress.  We're deeply grateful for these churches who have recently joined the team financially to bring the Gospel to Ethiopia and beyond.

 

♦ Boon Baptist Church - Boon, MI                                     

♦ Fellowship Baptist Church - Corydon, IN

♦ Hesperia Baptist Church - Hesperia, MI                     

♦ Lighthouse Baptist Church - Fort Gratiot, MI

 

Additionally, we were encouraged to hear that a church who already supports us has decided to increase their monthly amount.  Now we have just over 60% of our needed monthly support.  There are also several more churches who have indicated their intentions to soon add us to their mission program.  We're continuously inspired by God's display of faithfulness.

 

"The gospel is only good news if it reaches the lost in time."   Oh how this startling reminder grabs our hearts, particularly as it relates to Ethiopia, which now has one of the fastest growing populations in the world.  Words can't express our appreciation for the faithful prayers and financial support of you, our dear friends.  Please pray as we seek more supporting churches in order to expedite our mission to reach the lost souls of Ethiopia.  

 

Because He Is Worthy,

 

Lonnie, Nodja, Elizabeth, Josiah, Judson & Holly

Please Pray

• For  our daughter, Elizabeth, as she makes the transition to college
• For health concerns
• For our preparation trip to Ethiopia

 

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Sent By: Lighthouse Baptist Church - Pastor Brian Blount
                 1950 N Jebavy Dr; Ludington, MI 49431
                 231-843-8532; www.lighthousebaptistludington.com
 
Serving With: Baptist International Outreach
                 PO Box 587; Jefferson City, TN 37760
                 865-262-0900; www.biomissions.org
 
Contact: 313-399-4661; 313-399-4126
                 lhblount@gmail.com