Wow these last few months have certainly keep us on the go, now as things start to wind down a bit it’s interesting to take a look back and reflect on what God has done. After we returned from Papua New Guinea and I began looking at our busy “touring schedule” to be honest I really became a bit scared! I mean It’s been almost four years since I’ve shared in front of people in a church setting it was all a bit intimidating. So I was praying, “Lord you’re going to have to give me the strength to do this because this is all a bit overwhelming!” It’s kind of like Moses in Exodus when he’s reasoning with God and says “ Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh?” That’s a bit how I was feeling. Now of course I’m not Moses and the people that I’ve shared with are not hard-hearted Egyptians, but the point is still the same and God has comforted me just like He did Moses when He said “I will be with you” and we have certainly felt God’s peace and wisdom as we have been sharing.
As we have gone out to share about our ministry among the Tobo people it’s been neat to see God going before us, opening doors and planting seeds in some people’s lives for full time missions and in others for partnership in the gospel. I sat down tonight and figured out that God has given us the privilege of sharing about what He is doing in Tobo 27 times since January of this year! We have been in 11 different churches, a Christian school, shared with the Christian Motorcycle Association, two youth groups, and stayed with many new friends. Though at times we have found ourselves exhausted from traveling, living out of suitcases, and eating at McDonalds way too much, (the kids don’t complain about this one!!) we know that God has been going before our journeys, planning every move and ultimately getting the Glory. Looking back at all the places we’ve been and all the people we’ve gotten to meet it’s something that only God could orchestrate! Isn’t it comforting knowing that it’s by His strength and not ours! Thank you for all your prayers for us over these past few months.
As we have visited with people one thing many people have asked about is if we have a needs list, or a list of things that we need to get before we return to Papua New Guinea in September. So we have compiled a list of some things below for you to prayerfully look over that think about. We know that you’re not giving to us but to God and the furtherance of the work in Tobo. If you feel like you would like to help out with one of these needs you may send it to 1000 E. First St. Sanford, FL 32771 labeling it for the specific need. Or you may give online at www.ntm.org/give/2023 , or feel free to contact us directly either by phone 419-410-2960 or by mail 5710 Kirkland, Toledo Ohio 43615
· Satellite Modem $1499 / this will be essential to life in the tribe we will use this to send and receive email, to make phone calls, give weather reports to pilots and even for the internet if need be.
· laptop computer $500 / we are looking to get another laptop so Nisae will have one to use when we get back for language study, email and everyday use.
· Tickets $7500 / As we begin looking at our return to PNG we are asking the Lord for provision but also for wisdom & safety in traveling. Lord willing we hope to leave around September 22nd. Would you also pray as we are still waiting on the approval or our work visas to return. Pray that we would be able to line everything up and purchase the tickets on time.
· Clothes & shoes / We need to round up clothes & shoes for all of us for the next 4 years. If you would like to help with this, let us know and we can give you sizes or you can give $ towards this need.
Thanks again for taking the time to read through our update and looking at our needs. We thank God for each and every one of you.
Your hands and feet with a few blisters from traveling ,
Jason & Nisae Williamson
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