I have to say that 2019 really wasn’t anything as I had anticipated. I was so thankful for the ministry opportunities in India, and Nepal, and Uganda. But I experienced health issues that were new to me and they were truly unexpected. I am not complaining, as my issues were minor compared to so many others who are physically suffering. But, I had to make adjustments to my schedule and my way of life. I had a trip planned to Myanmar for September, but in August I sensed the need to postpone it, for reasons unclear at the time. As it turned out, I needed surgery in September on my sinus passages and I saw why I was compelled to postpone the trip. I am hoping to reschedule for sometime in 2020.
In late October Debbie and I led a group of 34 on a tour of the Holy Land. It couldn’t have gone more smoothly. Everyone had the time of their lives. There were 13 of us who went on an extension to Jordan, being inspired at the Biblical sites there and enjoying the experience of staying in a Bedouin camp! We had planned this trip for a year and a half, and it was everything we had hoped it would be. Incidentally, we have another one planned, beginning the Saturday after Thanksgiving, 2021.
Looking ahead, I am making plans for 2020 for MTI. I will once again be in India and Nepal in February and March, then in Tanzania and possibly Rwanda in April. I am working on other trips at this time as well.
I thank you all for your prayers and support, none of this could be possible without those who participate with me in the ministry.
May the Lord guide and bless you as you enter the New Year.
David