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It is the middle of the night and our train has stopped  at the Polish/ Ukrainian border, both sides take turns inspecting our documents and anything else they are concerned about- we are all hoping to get through without incident… War just creates a lot of tension everywhere!
  Our dear brother Gennadii, senior pastor in the Kharkiv region, writes about his concerns for this upcoming visit. He and his amazing wife Lena, have been facing horrific bombings since February of 2022, many many people look to them for courage, strength and resource!  Certainly you can feel the weariness as these bombings have continued to increase and are taking their toll both physically and emotionally!  Isaiah 40:1 is a commandment from God, “Comfort, Comfort My people, says the Lord!” Who comforts the comforters who are running out of gas?  It is a mandate I have been called to, and my desire, after our 30 years of journeying together in Christ-  Acts 20:24…

Shalom, dear Jerry! Today, our church held a festive service dedicated to the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Therefore, I congratulate you and Sue once again with the words: CHRIST IS RISEN! TRULY RESURRECTED! The Lord has already made sure that you have a good place to live in Kharkiv. If all goes well, you will live in the apartment with Anya, as last time. The owners of this apartment, Vitaly and Nadia, are still in the USA with their children. Therefore, you will live not far from us. How was the question resolved with the arrival of Lev? If he cannot come to Kharkiv, we will have to find an interpreter. Please write so that we know in advance. I have a desire for you to preach on Sunday, May 12 in our church. Is it possible to write you into the sermon schedule for this day? Lena and I really want to meet you, but we are worried about your safety and the safety of your companions. Currently, the city of Kharkiv is under fire every day and every night. Today, despite the holiday, war criminals from Russia shelled our city twice - in the morning during the service and also in the afternoon. By the grace of God, He protects us and other believers until the present time. But this does not exclude the application of security measures. We love you, pray for you and wish you God's blessings, God's protection and understanding of His will in your life. Your brother in Jesus, Gennadii

 

5 Comments

Marilyn Holms 7 months ago

Jerry and Rolfe,
I have been in prayer for you since you left over crossing the border. Praying favor. Will be glad to hear from you when you are with Dr. LEV. YES concerned about your safe in Kharkov. Will keep looking on the blog daily Jerry. Love Marilyn

Kevin and Sue Hughes 7 months ago

Sometimes when I use scripture to encourage, I think have I ever been in your shoes? Nonetheless, The Word of God stands on its own. There is nothing written that does not carry weight. The weight of The One who created everything that HAS been created. The One who formed us with His own Hands and breathed His own breath into us. The One who loved us enough to go beyond death, and carried the weight of our past, present, and future sins. And so: [Jerry you're younger than Methuselah ;-) so I'm applying this verse]:

Jeremiah 1:7-9
7 But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am too young.’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. 8 Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you and will rescue you,” declares the Lord.
9 Then the Lord reached out his hand and touched my mouth and said to me, “I have put my words in your mouth."

Steve Carlson 7 months ago

I am praying for your travels, communications and safety. I am praying that those in Ukraine would sense God’s supreme presence. And I am praying for the wars to end.

Jim & Jody 7 months ago

This our prayer for our dear brothers there. ♥️
2 Corinthians 4:8–10 “We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in our bodies.”
Out love and prayers go with with you.

Ginean 7 months ago

What a blessing that the Lord has preserved the apartment Anya lives in! Thank you Lord for all Your provision, Holy Spirit guidance and love ❤️

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