The humbling truth is that I came to Jesus a dead (Eph 2:5), sinning (Ro 5:8) enemy (Romans 5:10). I came to Him with nothing. The great news is that God works well with nothing. The Universe incessantly testifies of this fact.
Praise God He saw through my nothingness, my void, my darkness and saw the new universe my life would become the instant I encountered the Life He is.
The Bible is woven with the fabric of individuals who would be appraised as “nothings” in the world’s eyes; weak, cowardly, frail, seemingly insignificant with nothing of girth to bring to the table. Then, in an instant, God rises up through these foolish, weak, base, and despised, and transforms the world. After all, doesn’t that just sum up Jesus’ lot?
What a motley gaggle of rural riffraff that ultimately saw the world touched through such profane vehicles.
This thought challenges my lenses. Who will be the next world changer? Who’s nothingness will become the next glorious alterer of the universe?
There was a man, homeless, drug riddled, literally believing he had only half a face that met Jesus and now oversees first response for Red Cross as a pastor.
There was a street fighter of a man, sitting in his house with a loaded shotgun waiting to kill both his family and himself that is now one of the most gifted and prolific evangelists today.
Can I see in the eyes of the most needy before me the next masterpiece of God that will be used to altar the world as I know it?
This week we met a young homeless 20 year old gal beside the Besize tube station. All she asked for was a travel card to get to a hostel on the east side. Then, God spoke, His Spirit moved and although, the universe may not have appeared to change yet, Hannah’s did, just like that.
People to Pray for:
This is Daniel. David and I had the privilege of sharing Jesus with
him one night while street preaching in Camden. He started by saying he had no interest in religion nor Jesus because science had clearly proven Jesus was just a magician. After speaking for a few moments we both decided “magic” is just something science can’t explain. By the time we were done we were praying for him. He hasn’t received Jesus yet, but was willing to contact me with any and all questions he may have about the subject of Jesus. He said we were the first people he had ever encountered that brought Jesus in a way he could understand. He left with a clear knowledge that he has a choice to make, and it’s Jesus.
-Fevzi: works right across the street at the little convenience store. God has given us favor with him. He is a kind Muslim man, from Turkey. He has been listening intently about Jesus as we celebrate Him openly in front of Fevzi.
Steven: We are still coming to him each day as he works at the fruit stand. He hasn’t given time to sit and talk over dinner but we are confident that day will come.
Troll: much pierced tattoo flyer guy. Totally freaked out by our Jesus-loving life.
Shlomi: from “funky falafel”. Works the late shift. He listens out of one ear right now, but watches us intently as we celebrate Jesus in front of him.
Mecca: steeet-bar philosopher, hasn’t ever really considered there is a God who could actually love people, and prove it on the cross.
Anna: works at the Brazilian Acai hut. Has a bit of cultural religion to get past to get to the embracing arms of Jesus. She knos God as judge, but apparently not as Savior.
Hannah: her new life in Jesus as Tobi seeks to reach out to her in discipleship.
Vita and Nok: Met these gals on the bus. They are from China and Thailand and are here studying English. We offered to help them with English by going through the Bible together.
Craig: From Ireland, Catholic. Now lives on the outskirts of London. Sat and listened intently as we shared about a loving Saving God. He was just about to pray with us when his buddy showed up. Still allowed us to pray for him and left knowing he still has a choice to make with taking Jesus.
Olga: from Poland. Truly intrigued about our coming to share Jesus on a Saturday night in front of the bars. Steered her away from a local pickpocket and was thankful enough to listen patiently as I shared the truth of Jesus with her.
Julianna and Collin: bartenders at the corner pub. Collin even dropped by our house today. He is truly warming up to us and the message of Jesus. Julianna was open as we joyed over Jesus to her.
Ilian: Death Metal Techno Clothing store clerk. Had no idea how to handle Landon and me.
Hey you guys, I am so blessed to know you are joining with me in prayer as we watch God about to roll up His sleeves and start emptying hell in front of us. Thank you for being part of this ministry. I cherish your partnership.
