Dear Friend,
I pray you are well by God’s grace in al things. Talking about grace, I have found myself focused on that word throughout the month of October, and really just pouring out my heart to the Lord.
There are so many things that the enemy uses in his venture of robbing our joy. This may be sickness, deaths of loved ones, misunderstandings and infidelity in those we trust or perhaps us walking in disobedient with the Lord. An interesting quotation I came heard as I watched a Nicolas Gage movie months ago, His friend said; “The fidelity bank of trust is a very tough and strict one. If you make a deposit into another account, they close your account forever.” But Praise God, He will never close our account because of His grace. The same grace will be always sufficient in any area of need, and forgiving those who may have violated our trust. With this I encourage you dear Friend, regardless of what is going on in your life, God is saying "My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” (Weakness-after you have run out of all options and just gush out to Him) (2 Cor 12:9)
October has been always a very exciting month on my side. During this month I celebrated my 26th year young, 9 years since my dedication to ministry, and 3 years since my arrival in Mexico. (Photo-birthdays in Oct Tambourine players)
Each October, I set aside some special time with the Lord, praying for Him to show me what he wants me to fulfill during a certain year of my age. Last year, during my 25th year, it was writing a book, which has been a fruitful venture. This year I felt Him leading me into languages. More languages so I can serve my generation in a wider capacity. At the beginning of this year as the Earthquake rocked Haiti, several medical workers all over the world responded positively, but also one of the limitations that many faced was the lack of enough translators.
I am currently enrolled with an online Institute and learning 3 languages, French, Portuguese and Russian. To date since I begun the classes, I feel confidant of understanding over 70% of Portuguese due to its closeness with Spanish, French is also handy as it uses slightly similar Latin stricture with Spanish and Portuguese, Even if Russian is very different, I now already memorized its alphabet, and I can read any word I come across. Provided I keep the discipline, in less than 3 years I should be advanced or fluent in all 3 languages. Topped to this, I have just befriended Jacobo, a hearing impaired friend, and he is teaching me sign language. I have also got its alphabet, and I am conversant.
Ministry News
The village ministry is moving well with more people desiring God more and more. One lady who has captured my attention this last month is Rosa. Rosa never went to school and trough the years she has battled with reading to understand with the most difficult part being numbers. She recently said: “Since you encouraged me to read my bible every day, I have been doing so in the past 3 months. I can now locate any bible book, even the chapter numbers and verses.” To this I thought, Praise the Lord for His grace, knowing that no matter our battle, if we commit our ways to Him he will bring us to victory.
We are still very much in the ‘Liberty construction.’ We are also expecting 3 dear brothers from the US to join us for 9 days. The construction has met its on challenges, as more and more financial help is need for the materials. At the moment we are on a week by week building, as we trust the Lord to enable us to complete His work. Prayerfully, if there is anyway the Lord is leading you to get involved, please do send me an email for more details. 
Mission PossibleOn a project note, the “Mission Possible book” is entering publication this week after 2 weeks delay in its release. Thank you so much for your support, prayers and advice. Mission Possible is meant to be a practical tool. A guide for those who feel called to ministry. Particularly away from their own countries, communities or boundaries. It is inspired by the questions I receive from others about the mission field, and my own experience. Such a book would have been a valuable tool in my own preparation for the mission field. Mission Possible covers some of the issues I've found to be critical in missions, such as culture, finances, the gift of singleness, interracial romantic relationships for single missionaries and much more. It’s my prayer that the book will serve those preparing for the mission field, and ministry at large. In 2 weeks time I will be able to send out more information regarding where you can get your copy of the book. Please, if you are a leader and would like to help me distribute mission possible, send me a quick email and I will make arrangement to have a few copies available for you.
Lastly but now list. I so much appreciate you Dear Friend for your continual support and prayers. In very many ways, even in the midst of all battles, shortages and needs, I am always reminded that a faithful friend is behind me. Together, with the Lord on our side, that is a tri-winning team!
Please continue to pray for:
- God’s abundance of Grace as I serve my generation for Him,
- His wisdom and faithfulness in every area of need
- And His faithfulness in supplying all our needs according to His riches in Glory.
May you trust God’s grace in any area of need, he is the only one who can carry us through every challenge that we face.
Much love and Peace
Love is King
Donald
