Blessed Lord Jesus, we're so glad you came! How different things are because you came!

Yet our hearts ache today for those who haven't heard about your love for them, and your power to save and make all things new and right. Our hearts ache, but we know your heart aches all the more, for you constantly see all the damage and pain on the earth. How many more Christmases, Good Fridays, and Resurrection Sundays will pass before you finally receive your gift–your adopted and redeemed family from "every tribe and tongue and people and nation"?

"They shall neither hunger anymore nor thirst anymore; the sun shall not strike them, nor any heat; for the Lamb who is in the midst of the throne will shepherd them and lead them to living fountains of waters. And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” –The Bible, Revelation 7:16-17

To our team and family: may your celebration with the Lord be amazing and wonderful and joyful! THANK YOU for all you've done this year to help change the "situation on the ground" mentioned above. Together we are making a different. Together we will play our part in fulfilling the Saviour's Great Commission. Thank you for your heart for Him, and for all you do!

May Jesus soon receive "the reward of His suffering"!!! Amen!