Saturday, December 20, 2008
NO MORE TEARS
The 2nd addition of my book is now ready to send to anyone who would like one. During the past 4 days, I have received orders for 49 books. I have written the book with the purpose of helping and encouraging those who have lost a spouse. I am told that the book also has been an encouragement to those who have lost some close friend or relative. Many who received a copy of the first addition are ordering more to give to their friends. Churches and organizations have been ordering a number of books to have on hand to give to those who are sorrowing over the lost of their spouse. The Integrity Home Care of Missouri just ordered 30 books to give to those they deal with every day. Some of the titles in the book are: There Is Hope, When It First Happens, The "Why" Question, In Light of Rom. 8:28, What Good Can Come Out Of My Loss?, Is It Okay to Grieve? Tears, Christmas Alone, Accepting What Really Happened, It Happened So Suddenly, and a new article included in this second addition that was not in the first one is a article on Suicide. A new section has been added on How to Start and Operate a Precious Memories Support Ministry. I am urging churches all over the world to start such a ministry in their churhes. This ministry was born out of experience. The book is written from experience. My dear wife Dixie went to be with her Lord on Feb. 4, 2005. I don't have to say like so many, "I can't imagine." Loosing the person you loved for many years is a valley of life that everyone must face. It is comforting to know that Jesus said, "I will never leave thee nor forsake thee." You can order these books for a donation of $10.00 from me (the price on the book is $10.99). The postage for one book is $1.68; that does not include packing. You may contact me via email at sos4souls7@sbcglobal.net or by calling me at 417-833-8584. My mailing address is: 3149 N Maranatha Ln #8, Springfield, MO 65803. Before I sign off, let me urge you to read my preceding post about my recent mission trip to Japan.
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FROM A 600 MPH JET TO A JINRIKISHA
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I never dreamed, nor was it in my plans to ride a jinrikisha, but while in Tokyo Pastor Hiroshi Saito talked me into it. I guess the Japanese don't often see an American riding down the streets of Tokyo on a jinrikisha. People were taking my picture and waving to me. Although that was an enjoyable side light, that was not the purpose of my trip to Japan. Our son Jim was with me the first two weeks of this trip. The Japanese are still talking about his testimony. Jim had a wonderful testimony as a layman. I was sure proud of him. Although Jim was born and raised in Japan, he had not been back to Japan in 31 years. It was surprising how he was able to speak in Japanese. All in all, I preached 26 times. Believe me, I was on the go all the time. The schedule was changed 3 times. They had to figure out where I was to be, how to get there and who would help me get there. In Japan, they drive on the left side of the road and the streering wheel is on the right side of the car. They didn't want us to drive and I don't blame them. I would no doubt wind up on the wrong side of the road after I turn. One high light of the trip was when I personally led a lady to the Lord. I sure enjoy seeing people get saved, but it is sure a thrill to personally lead a person to the Lord. I sure enjoyed being in the churches we started many years ago. I got to see some that got saved when we were there as missionaries. I actually cried on the plane coming back home. I was asked by missionaries and pastors to stay. I wish I could, but the Lord has given me 4 wonderful ministries here in Springfield, Missouri. There is the Japanese Church service where I preach each Sunday, the Precious Memories Support Ministry that I started for the purpose of helping and encouraging those who have lost a spouse, the SOS Soulwinning Ministry with the purpose of winning souls and teaching people how to win souls and the KWFC Radio Ministry. As you can see, I am kept busy for our Lord. Your prayers and financial support for these ministries is greatly appreciated. I will write another Blog to let you know about my book, "No More Tears." Please read the next post. Labels: 2008 JAPAN TRIP
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