In December, we had 15 Students graduate from the Mt. Kenya Baptist Bible College. Next month, we are opening two new branch Institutes in more remote places. We appreciate your prayers and support for this important part of the ministry — producing future Christian leaders for Africa.
Graduates
We recently asked you to pray for one of our dear teachers — Susan Wambui — whom we have known since she was a young girl in 1980. For several years, she has been struggling with a form of Lupus. Poor thing! She went through so much agony with various manifestations of this disease, attacking her various organs. For 3 months, she was on dialysis, which was an expensive drain on her family and the church.
God had a purpose in all her suffering. For example, during her times in the hospital, she had an opportunity to witness to other patients, doctors, nurses and unsaved family members.
Well, Susan’s pain is finally over. She passed on to glory a few days ago. Her funeral service was a great success and Susan “spoke” while dead. The testimony and tributes given on her were enough to minister to the hearts of all those present. Different school kids were also present and even placed a wreath as a group on Susan’s grave. It was more of a hope giving and revival service than a funeral.
Thanks for your prayers and concern for Susan! Many of you have asked about Susan’s condition over this past year or so. Your personal concern was such a blessing to her, and all of us!
Susan's Children
Susan's Funeral - Colleagues
God is answering prayers concerning the clashes in Samburu District.
During the 4 months of violence between Pokot and Samburu tribesmen, the death toll reached 168. Many Samburu lost their herds, and many were displaced from their homes.
But relative peace has returned. The Kenyan government is conducting diplomacy aimed at reconciliation. We pray that this will lead to permanent peace and stability in the region.
The best news is that souls were saved during that tense time! Pastor Lepakin reports that his church alone experienced 47 professions of salvation. Our missionary partner in that remote area, Eric Bohman, recently held a baptism service and sent me the following encouraging message: “The place where I baptized was the very place a week ago they had a small battle and the Samburu killed a couple of Pokot! I thought it was kind of neat that a week later we baptized ten Samburu tribesman in the very spot! The Gospel does overcome!”
Our main church in Nanyuki town has been praying for a long time about the need for new churches in our growing town.
Today, we launched the new church at “Ichuga” sub-division. Over 200 people attended the inaugural service!
Praise the Lord for His blessings!
Jerry & Sherry Daniels