AS A MASSIVE THUNDERSTORM APPROACHES TONIGHT, MERVYN WRITES:
The Serbian word that best describes this experience so far is “Strava” which means Awesome”
It’s awesome that so many people from vastly different backgrounds and experiences have come together to share this time and already after what seems like at least a week, but which is merely 3 long days, there is incredible bonding as we share this work, putting our hands to things we’ve never tried before (I’ve never laid lino, a gravel road or used a ride on mower, but hey! What fun.)
More than that we’ve shared our faith in our conversations as we’ve worked together preparing this place for the children & young people with whom the team here will have the privilege of sharing the good news of Jesus who can transform their lives as he has transformed ours.
Today we met an incredible guy called Jovitsa, a Serbian Christian who felt called by God to move to Kraljevo, a city 15 or so miles from here. I’d met him at the Bible School a few years back. As he was talking with us his phone went off. Was it a surprise to hear the tune: “Our God is an AWESOME God.”
Along with so many others on this trip I thank God for all he has done in my life and all He is doing here and still has planned.
Ending with one of my favourite verses (from Jeremiah 29:11) “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord, “Plans to prosper you and not to harm you; Plans to give you a hope and a future.” What a promise for us and for Serbia!
– Mervyn Roberts
Thank you for your update, especially about Mrcajevci and Camp ground. I am enjoying reading it. May God give you a lot of energy to prepare everything for children.
P.S.Small correction: “Zdrava” means “healthy”. It is “Strava” that means “Awesome”.
Great to see your piccie Mervyn. I’m really enjoying reading all the e-mails and amazed at what you’re all doing and achieving. I’ll remember you when I want any chippings laid!!
With love and many prayers to you and all the team.
Ruth
Hi Mervyn (Merlin), Great to see your face…on the blog at least….may the Lord Bless you over this week.
You’re an inspiration, Dad. Great to see God continuing to use you,
S