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Saturday, October 22, 2005
Thursday, October 20, 2005
Intimidated
Wow. There was so much to write about after everyday and so little computer time that I resorted to writing nothing at all. Gomen Nasai. The trip was absolutely fantastic!
On the Sunday before I came back to the U.S. I had a new first time experience. Church had just wrapped up and we were hanging around talking when the walls started shaking. We kind of all just looked at eachother, and confirmed what we were thinking...earthquake. Don't get to excited, it only lasted maybe 30 seconds, and I don't think it was above a 3.0 . I guess at the epicenter it was a 7.2, so pretty strong, but miles from us. But the ground wasn't the only thing God shook in those two weeks.
God is shaking the Japan with the news of the Gospel in new ways with new hearts dedicated to serving Him. It was INCREDIBLE to be at the conference's main events and watch 100 + young Japanese worshipping God, lifting their hands in praise, praying for eachother in small groups, and encouraging eachother! Even more exciting yet, was that all of these believers are leaders in their church and community, and most of them use music and arts in their leadership position. These last two weeks have just blown me away. In fact, my very future as been shaken once again and my concept and awe of God is ever increasing. I'm very heavily praying about and considering moving to Japan to work full time with the Christian Artist Network...possibly as soon as March. Yup. So pray for me, tell me what you think, hey, maybe someday you'll end up there!:) Walk with God my siblings.
Mark
On the Sunday before I came back to the U.S. I had a new first time experience. Church had just wrapped up and we were hanging around talking when the walls started shaking. We kind of all just looked at eachother, and confirmed what we were thinking...earthquake. Don't get to excited, it only lasted maybe 30 seconds, and I don't think it was above a 3.0 . I guess at the epicenter it was a 7.2, so pretty strong, but miles from us. But the ground wasn't the only thing God shook in those two weeks.
God is shaking the Japan with the news of the Gospel in new ways with new hearts dedicated to serving Him. It was INCREDIBLE to be at the conference's main events and watch 100 + young Japanese worshipping God, lifting their hands in praise, praying for eachother in small groups, and encouraging eachother! Even more exciting yet, was that all of these believers are leaders in their church and community, and most of them use music and arts in their leadership position. These last two weeks have just blown me away. In fact, my very future as been shaken once again and my concept and awe of God is ever increasing. I'm very heavily praying about and considering moving to Japan to work full time with the Christian Artist Network...possibly as soon as March. Yup. So pray for me, tell me what you think, hey, maybe someday you'll end up there!:) Walk with God my siblings.
Mark
Thursday, October 06, 2005
Countdown to the conference
I had a whole cool post lined up to go for the last few days, but I keep leaving the reference sheet I need at my room. So, sorry, maybe Ill post it later. Anyway...
Things have been incredible here! I have a sweet room, cool people to work and hang with (one of which is giving me about 4 hours of Japanese tutoring a day), and, of course, the 100\ store. Yes, the 100 yen store - where countless incredible things can be purchased for less than a dollar. Food, pens, brushes, wallets, boxers, shirts, but the sweetest of all is ties. And they have some SWEET ties (did I mention theyre only a dollar?) So yeah, Ive pretty much made it my tradition to buy a new tie every time I go in a 100\ store. I already have 5:). If I get my camera situation figured out, I may even be able to post a tie of the day pic. boo yeah! So, in summary, I like Japan.
Things have been incredible here! I have a sweet room, cool people to work and hang with (one of which is giving me about 4 hours of Japanese tutoring a day), and, of course, the 100\ store. Yes, the 100 yen store - where countless incredible things can be purchased for less than a dollar. Food, pens, brushes, wallets, boxers, shirts, but the sweetest of all is ties. And they have some SWEET ties (did I mention theyre only a dollar?) So yeah, Ive pretty much made it my tradition to buy a new tie every time I go in a 100\ store. I already have 5:). If I get my camera situation figured out, I may even be able to post a tie of the day pic. boo yeah! So, in summary, I like Japan.
Sunday, October 02, 2005
Day of Departure
My flight leaves in less than 7 hours. Please pray for my time in Japan.
Will update:)
Mark
Will update:)
Mark
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