tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36492081307790660252024-03-13T04:34:40.694-07:00KenYa Believe It's Official Blog KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-53886761345306126662017-03-28T02:01:00.000-07:002017-03-31T15:10:08.036-07:00Maisha Pamoja (Life Together) T-Shirt Campaign<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: medium;">Only 2 days remaining! Purchase TODAY for your chance to win a fabulous prize.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>KenYa Believe It </b> seeks to equip, empower and transform the lives of indigenous and marginalized communities, for a sustainable future and guaranteed eternity.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As Cross-Cultural Workers, we have the privilege and honor of doing<a href="https://www.bonfire.com/maisha-pamoja-life-together/" target="_blank"> <b>life together (Maisha Pamoja) </b></a>with women, who are on a <i>creative</i> <i>journey of hope, healing and restoration. </i>In partnership with others, we will to provide comprehensive services and resources for women between the ages of 28 and 40. Your support of this campaign, by purchasing these beautiful t-shirts will allow us to assist them in...</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Healing </b>from mental and physical oppression, depression and bondage.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b>Hope</b> for a better tomorrow and a sustainable future, through life skills and job/vocational training, as well as, safe and affordable housing. </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Current Mentee: <i>"For the first time in my entire life I know what love is and I know what it means to be loved."</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Additionally, <a href="https://www.bonfire.com/maisha-pamoja-life-together/" target="_blank">Maisha Pamoja </a>will serve as a <i>bridge</i> for female graduates of our Discipleship Training Center (DTC), in Isiolo, by providing further capacity building and empowerment.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Female DTC Graduate: <i>"Because of the training and empowerment I received, women in my village rented a small plot of land and began a community garden. Now, we have food to eat and sell, so we also have money to send our children to school, for the first time ever."</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">These are <i>just</i> two examples of what this project has already done.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Come on! Make your purchase(s) <b>NOW</b> and help us <b><u>exceed our goal of 125 t-shirts!</u> </b> Click HERE or anywhere within the Blog where you see the words <b>Maisha Pamoja</b>, to make your purchases. Skip a meal or give up your favorite cup of coffee and <u><a href="https://www.bonfire.com/maisha-pamoja-life-together/" target="_blank">order your beautiful Maisha Pamoja t-shirts </a>TODAY!</u> And then, tell a friend to do the same. <b>Share! Share! Share!</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i>He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i>And what does the LORD require of you? </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><i>To <b>act</b> <b>justly</b> and to <b>love</b> <b>mercy</b> and to <b>walk</b> <b>humbly</b> with your God. </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">**Attention: Maisha Pamoja t-shirts are now available to our family and friends in Kenya. Email us at <a href="mailto:kenyabelieveit2011@gmail.com" target="_blank">kenyabelieveit2011@gmail.com</a> to place your order.</span></div>
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KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-74892475165177361872016-06-11T12:59:00.001-07:002017-03-27T18:54:42.285-07:00Perspective is Relevant!Been in the States for a couple of months now. After several conversations, we (Sonia and Sonji) expressed to one another that we had NO desire to live in the US, ever again. Actually, that's nothing new. We've had that same conversation countless times over the years.<br />
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No. We are not anti-US. We were born and bred here. We are proud to be Americans (well, most days).<br />
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No desire to live in the US but there's a life - altering training that Sonji wants to attend. And it's offered in the US. Uh-oh.<br />
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<b>Perspective is Relevant!</b><br />
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Perspective Meaning: <i>noun. </i>a particular way of considering something. to think about a situation or problem in a wise and reasonable way. - Cambridge English Dictionary.<br />
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Visited Georgia about four weeks ago. Several scheduled meetings. The first meeting turned into a second meeting because Sonji discovered the program that Sonia has been searching for. And it's offered in Clarkston, GA, USA. Uh-oh. <br />
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Clarkston is known as "the most diverse mile in America." It was designated as a refugee settlement site in the 1980's. Home to over 40 different countries. <i>Educate yourself on the refugee crisis. It didn't just begin.</i> Wow! It's like living in Kenya, in America. Uh-oh!<br />
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We met the managers of the program and the director of the organization. We visited neighborhoods representing multiple countries from around the world. Needless to say we were overwhelmed, but in a positive manner. In the course of a few months, we went from hearing about Clarkston, to visiting Clarkston, to meeting people in Clarkston, to driving and walking through communities IN CLARKSTON, GEORGIA, USA. Uh-oh!<br />
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And then it happened. We sat at the elementary school crossing zone as classes ended and students departed. A plethora of nationalities exited the school. So awesome! Our guides explained that there are over 140 different dialects spoken at this one school. <b>Be still our hearts!</b> <i>Cross - cultural overload, in the best way possible.</i> Culture! Diaspora! Diversity! Language! Backyard gardens! Community! At the end of the day, Sonia coined Clarkston, GA as "<i>my new happy place</i>." She had NO idea how much power those four words would hold. Uh-oh! <br />
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Time would tell. Kairos time that is.<br />
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Now remember, we met the <i>director</i> of the amazing program.<br />
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So two days later, we extended our time in the US. Why? To fundraise because <u>our account at The Mission Society is in a deficit - AGAIN!</u> Sidenote to some! THE main note to us!<i style="font-weight: bold;"> </i><b>We need monthly donors and lump sum donations TODAY.</b> Yep! So click <a href="https://www.themissionsociety.org/give" target="_blank">https://www.themissionsociety.org/give</a> and become a donor today.<span style="color: magenta;"> <b>Our Four Digit Missionary ID is #3020!</b></span> Or give a lump sum of $1,000, $2,000, $5,000 or even $50,000. No amount is too small or too large. As a matter of fact, <b>we are seeking 100 new donors to give $60 per month for 18 months.</b> Join us where God is already working in Kenya!<br />
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With the need for resources in mind, we believed the Lord was leading us to Georgia. Where exactly, we weren't sure. Although Clarkston, GA was ringing pretty loud. (<b>Sidenote: </b>The fact that something is presented multiple times does not <i>necessarily </i>mean its the perfect fit for your destiny. Sometimes it simply means <i>something came up more than once</i>. Counterfeits may appear multiple times but clarity is found in stillness and prayer). Confirmed! We needed to be in an environment that would grant us the opportunity to network and share the ministry, with new contacts. Pray for us please! And give!<br />
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Now that our time was extended, we needed a place to live in Georgia. We posted a message on a private Facebook Page and asked a few friends to send emails. We asked if anyone had a place for us to stay for the month of June, at little or no cost, in or around Norcross and surrounding areas. And guess what? God provided. No surprise there! We received multiple offers. Within 48 hours we confirmed our new home. Check this out. A fellow cross - cultural worker sent a message, "my neighbor said he would love for someone to stay in their home while his family goes on a mission trip." The same dates we needed lodging in Georgia! Wooo hooo! And guess who it was? It was the same director we met while visiting programs and neighborhoods in Clarkston, GA. The same life - altering program we want to attend in the good 'ole US of A. Uh-oh! So we are now house sitting for the family. Where? (raise your voice about three octaves and say), CLARKSTON, GEORGIA, <i>our new happy place! </i>Only God! His timing! Kairos, that is!<br />
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Just like Abram in Genesis 12:1, God showed us exactly where we had to go! Clarkston, GA, USA. So we're here…now what? We are attending meetings, as invitations are extended, and making contacts. But in the words of a wise woman spoken Friday morning…<i>right now you must just be.</i> That's what the Lord has been saying to us for some time now, individually and collectively. He said, "you just <i>be</i> who I have called you to <i>be. </i>In your choosing to <i>be</i>, you also choose to <i>Be still and know that I am God;</i> in that<i> I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted among the earth."</i> To human eyes it looks one way (confusing, wasteful, unnecessary, etc.) but to God it's clear, unwasteful, and necessary! Through this journey we are constantly reminded of Isaiah 55:8 <i>for my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, </i>declares the Lord. So we find ourselves resting in the uncomfortable, unknown, ambiguous places where peace abides as the still small voice of the I AM confirms each moment and lights the path. We are ok! We cannot see beyond today yet we are not aimlessly wandering. We are intentionally still yet moving by faith. In the words of Stormie Omartian, we have "Just Enough Light for the Step I'm On: Trusting God in the Tough Times." Yep! That's us and we are glad about it. <br />
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<b>Timing is Important….Kairos time that is…..</b><b style="font-style: italic;"> </b>Kairos is an ancient Greek word meaning the right or opportune moment (the 'supreme moment'). Wikipedia.<br />
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<li><i>That we remain diligent and attentive to the leading of the Holy Spirit.</i></li>
<li><i>That we do not become weary on this journey of faith.</i></li>
<li><i>That we intentionally be wherever we are.</i></li>
<li><i>That someone else is encouraged by this walk of faith and obedience.</i></li>
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<b>KenYa Believe It's Ministry Mission Statement: </b>To equip, empower, and transform the lives of the marginalized and indigenous for a sustainable future and a guaranteed eternity.<br />
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<b>Email: </b>kenyabelieveit2011@gmail.com<br />
<b>Facebook:</b> Ken-Ya Believe It: Sonia Crawley & Sonji PassKenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-43740327287729378512015-12-04T12:21:00.000-08:002015-12-04T13:14:01.606-08:00The Nursery is Coming….The Nursery is Coming…..<span style="font-size: large;">You have read correctly! The Nursery is Coming…to Isiolo!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">First, we thank Ron and Juanita Lewis for having the heart of God, which translates into a heart for His children, in Isiolo. Thank you for <i>successfully</i> launching, promoting and managing the fundraiser to Rebuild the Nursery, in Isiolo. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Secondly, we thank ALL donors for your willingness to participate in this fundraiser, for the sake of the children. We are grateful for your sacrifice and humbled by your response. Please accept our heartfelt thanks and gratitude. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Lastly, we would also like to thank each person who prayed for the success of the fundraiser. Because of your sincere and earnest prayers, hearts were touched and individuals responded to the leading of the Lord. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We are happy to report that demolition began on Tuesday and was completed on Thursday! <b>Hallelujah!</b> It was "our plan", along with the contractor, to have the building completed today, Friday! However, according to the contractor, the demolition was more of a challenge than he imagined. Apparently, there were a <i>few </i>strong components remaining in the structure. <i>Who knew! </i> </span><br />
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KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-47828149635770248222015-11-30T08:00:00.000-08:002015-11-30T08:05:18.765-08:00Let the Demolition Begin...<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Have you ever made your request known to God with a hint of doubt, fear or worry? Have you ever prayed, believing God would answer, yet you were concerned about the naysayers, complainers and doubters? If not keep living, as Grandma would say.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">In all honesty, these are just two, of many thoughts, that lingered in the back of our minds as we attempted (for over a year) to raise funds to Rebuild the Nursery, in Isiolo. <b>But God! </b>As usual, he showed himself mighty and strong. Once again, he reiterated our two ministry scriptures. </span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;"> 2. </span><i style="font-size: x-large; text-align: center;">so that people may see and know, may consider and understand, that the hand of the LORD has done this, that the Holy One of Israel has created it. </i><span style="font-size: large; text-align: center;">Isaiah 41:20</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">With these two words of confirmation etched in our hearts, we appreciate those who prayed for the success of the fundraiser! <b>THANK YOU!</b> We are especially thankful for the 23 individuals who GAVE, for the sake of the children, in Isiolo!<b> THANK YOU!</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">With a final goal of $3,000, a total of $3,370 was donated, in slightly under two months! You could say we are tickled pink, or purple, since one of us doesn't like pink. LOL!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thank you in advance for your prayers. We have already seen the hand of God in this process so we trust and believe he will complete the task, all for His glory!</span><br />
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<span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">Special thanks to Ron and Juanita Lewis. God touched their hearts to launch the fundraiser, after reading about the need for a new nursery, <i>for the safety of the children </i>and all for His glory!<i> </i><b>THANK YOU!</b></span></div>
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KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-75019033651230841492015-11-09T12:12:00.000-08:002015-11-09T12:12:00.548-08:00Yesterday! Today! Missing Bigma!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>Yesterday</i>, I was completely overtaken with thoughts of you. So many wonderful memories of a life well lived. You have remained in my heart and on my mind since the day you left us so many years ago. I understand why God loved you so. Your smile, your unconditional love, your flapjack biscuits and your long warm embraces made a bad day good. There are days when I still can't believe you are no longer here...<i>Bigma</i>!<br />
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Was I smelling her homemade biscuits? Was I smelling her pinto beans, with the floating ham bone? Was I smelling her infamous baked chicken? Was it her sweet potato pie or her rice pudding, with extra raisins? Was it her fried fatback or the smell of a home cured ham, baking in the oven? Honestly, I don't think it was any of those scents but I enjoyed the memories that were conjured up as I remembered <i>Bigma</i>. Simply put, I think it was a soft fragrance the woman possessed, that until <i>yesterday</i> I only smelled on…<i>Bigma</i>! All I know for sure is that this lovely woman, with a sweet smile and an even sweeter spirit was sitting next to me. And I am STILL convinced she was placed there so I could take a walk down memory lane…I did, and I am doing, just that.</div>
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I'm grateful for the memories I have of <i>Bigma</i>. So many wonderful memories. <i>Yesterday</i>, I had a tangible representation of her sitting right next to me, in one of her favorite places….CHURCH. We sang some of her favorite hymns. As a matter of fact, every song we sang, <i>yesterday</i>, during praise and worship, was a hymn. We even sang "on Christ the solid rock I stand." I'm so sure she sings that one daily.</div>
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KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-20236260947969800622015-08-10T15:53:00.000-07:002015-08-10T15:53:38.312-07:00Help Rebuild Our Children's Nursery in Isiolo, Kenya! <span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;"><b>HOW KEN-YA HELP???</b> We are so glad you asked….</span></span><br />
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By clicking <a href="https://www.bonfirefunds.com/nursery-school-children-at-risk-3500" target="_blank">HERE</a> you can order an item with our logo and donate to rebuild our nursery at the same time. Your order can be shipped anywhere in the United States. <br />
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<b>WHAT?</b> A lovely <b><u><a href="https://www.bonfirefunds.com/nursery-school-children-at-risk-3500" target="_blank"><span style="color: red; font-size: large;">KenYa Believe It Shirt</span></a></u>!</b> <br />
We will receive a percentage of the total cost for each item sold to raise money for the new nursery. We must raise $3500 USD. We must sell a minimum of 125 shirts for this campaign to be a success. We need YOUR support to make this happen.<br />
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Hey hey hey! It's a new week, filled with new things and you all know what that means…a new post with many new lessons from our previous Bible Study Session! :)<div>
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I'm truly excited to share what this past week's session was all about! It is my hope and prayer that you too, shall be as blessed as I was. The focus of the study was 'Guarding Your Mind'. Here, one of the key scriptures was Colossians 3:5-6,<br /><br />"Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to the earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry. Because of these, the wrath of God is coming."<br /><br />Scary, huh? I'm pretty sure that none of us would like to be on the receiving end of God's wrath; the same wrath that destroyed the whole earth, all but one man and his family during Noah's time!? Thank you very much, but I'd rather sit that one out! (Get all the juicy details of this story in Genesis chapter 6).<br /><br />The only way to ensure that we stay away from these earthly desires is by filtering what we feed our minds. The mind works under a very simple principle: Garbage In, Garbage Out. Living in this 21st century makes it that much harder to guard our minds. However, this is no excuse.<br /><br />The world that we live in today is so sex-saturated that everywhere we turn, this agenda is being propelled. The media industry is growing everyday, and with it comes the notion that 'sex sells'. From billboards, to newspapers, magazines, steamy romantic novels and films, sex outside of marriage is now acceptable in the society we live in. Celebrities have become the standard, and many people no longer regard God's stand on sex being saved for the marriage bed.<br /><br />Many young men and women are buying in to the lie that pre-marital sex is the ultimate way to show someone that you 'love' them. Others take sex very lightly and have multiple sexual partners; so long as you avoid unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections, there's no harm, right? WRONG! God is very clear on this issue: "Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body." - 1st Corinthians 6:18<br /><br />(Fornication - voluntary sexual intercourse between two persons not married) </div>
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Now that we know what we ought not to do, it begs the question, 'so what CAN we do?' One of our facilitators, Reverend Pass, gave us a very good analogy to help us understand how the mind works. She took the centre of a roll of toilet paper and placed different pieces of paper that had been cramped together into it. The different pieces represented garbage that we let into our minds through the movies and series that we watch, the books, magazines and internet stories that we read and the music we listen to. After placing three papers in, the roll was stuffed.</div>
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However, when Rev. Pass placed a fourth piece of paper representing God's word, one of the garbage pieces fell out from the opposite end of the roll, and was replaced. She kept adding more wholesome paper (representing prayer, fellowship with other believers, service to God etc), which would replace the rest of the garbage. After some time, the whole roll was filled with positive pieces.</div>
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<br />Likewise, we can apply this concept in guarding our minds. The only way to replace the junk that's already in there is by adding on the positives. It will take time, not to mention discipline and sacrifice, (because you will have to let go of some of your favorite tv shows, romance novels and love songs) but it's worth every effort in order to achieve God's standard. Train your mind to mind what gets into it!<br /><br />That's it for today...I hope you've been challenged in one way or another! Much love for all the support.<div>
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Hello there everyone! It's been a while since our last post on the ongoing study that the Reformed Bad Girls are undertaking on sexual purity. This doesn't mean that we haven't been meeting up and sharing in our growth; quite the contrary, actually! We've been having a wonderful time, not to mention learning great insights as we meet up every Saturday morning.<br />
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For the past two weeks, the main topics of discussion were 'Avoiding Self-Destruction' and 'Avoiding the Destruction of Others'. For starters, these themes required a whole load of honesty from everyone within the group; honesty to oneself, to God and to the rest of the group. It was no easy feat, but since the study began a few weeks ago, we've all gotten rather close and that makes it easier to open up. Also, the key issues discussed in these sessions were not entirely new concepts, but they were very insightful.<br />
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Under the first topic on avoiding self-destruction, one of the key things discussed was 'Making Friends with the Mirror'. If we are all honest with ourselves as ladies, it is safe to say that at one point or another in our lifespans, we have all disliked this, that or the other about ourselves. For some of us, the insecurities come and go, but for others, there may be years of struggle. Sometimes, these insecurities come from within, while other times, the media and those around us may make us feel "ugly" and "inadequate" based on the world's standards of beauty. Whatever the case, it is important to focus on God's perspective, rather than that of men.<br />
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So let's take it from God's perspective. Psalm 139:13-14 says, "For you created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise you for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well." Here, the psalmist, David, expresses his understanding of himself. Unlike most of us, he wasn't shy to recognize the fact that God took His time to create man, and by virtue of this, it is safe to say that we are wonderful! It's not enough to just say it though, we ought to believe it in our hearts. Only then will we be able to fully beat down our insecurities.<br />
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Fun fact: What did David mean by saying he was "fearfully" made? The Hebrew word that is translated “fearfully” is yare. In Vine’s Dictionary it means “to be afraid, stand in awe, fear”. When used of an exalted person it means “standing in awe”. This implies honor, reverence and respect for the person. To be “fearfully” made means to be “awesomely” made. Yes, you are AWESOME! Ken-ya believe it?? ;-)<br />
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On the topic of avoiding the destruction of others, two key things that we looked at were flirting and dressing to impress. Flirting is one of those things that may come naturally, especially during the adolescent years. Young ladies want to get noticed by the guys, and if they don't, they tend to "help" the guys take notice by their words and their body language; this is usually where suggestive dressing comes in as well. The tops get lower, as the skirts rise higher. Most times, the young lady may have no intention of pursuing anything with the man she's flirting with; she just does it for the attention. What many of us forget is that guys are very easily aroused by visual things, therefore, it would be highly unadvisable to light a fire that you won't be able to put out. Do not flirt with a guy and expect that he won't act on his passions. Be your brother's keeper; do not be a stumbling block to him.<br />
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In conclusion, we all agreed that we would strive to live like Proverbs 31 women; desiring to be beautiful from the inside out, and not using what we have to manipulate others, rather to build up God's kingdom.<br />
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"Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised."<br />
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I pray you have been blessed by this long post! :-) until next time…<br />
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<br />This past Sunday afternoon, the Reformed Bad Girls (RBGs - see previous post for description) convened for the second ongoing study session on sexual purity. How exciting it was to meet up with the ladies once again and catch up on how everyone was doing. This past week's study was slightly different from the first one, but it was<br />just as amazing!<br /><br />The topic of discussion was based on building lives of sexual integrity. In this chapter, the author explained how being a woman of sexual integrity doesn't mean that one is boring, frigid and never has fun with a guy; rather, a young woman of sexual integrity is free to enjoy the excitement and fun of a romantic relationship without the<br />worry of compromise.<br /><br />A human being's sexuality is comprised of four distinct aspects: the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions. In order to uphold sexual integrity, all four aspects ought to be balanced. To explain this further, the analogy of a table is used. The four legs of a table represent these four dimensions; and in order for the table to<br />stand, all four legs must be whole.<div>
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To drive this point home, the Revs came up with a neat way of practically explaining the tabletop analogy. We were all split into groups of two individuals each, and every pair was given an envelope containing a number of different items. The aim of the exercise was to create a table using only the contents of the envelope that had been provided.<br /><br />The most interesting thing about this exercise was that every group had a different set of 'tools' to create a table of balance. There was one group that had a piece of paper, four wooden sticks of different sizes and some glue stick. Another group had a piece of paper, band aids and four wooden sticks. And yet another had paper, wooden sticks and two sisal ropes. It was hilarious to see how some of the tables turned out; a few of them didn't even have the capability to stand on their own!<br /><br />Many lessons were drawn from this exercise. There were a few that really stood out:<br /><br />• Everyone's situation is different, but God always provides a way of escape from the temptations that we face. (1st Corinthians 10:13)<br /><br />• We may slip, and we may even fall in our journey of sexual integrity. Nevertheless, this doesn't mean that there is no hope of standing again. With Christ's help, we can achieve balance in our<br />lives once again.<br /><br />• It is important to identify what leg/aspect of an individual's life is causing imbalance. In so doing, they will be able to address the issue and deal with it so that a life of balance can be achieved.<br /><br />Wow..! Great insights right there, huh? Believe it or not, that was just a tip of the iceberg of how deep the discussions were. God is surely moving in that study, and all glory goes back to Him. I'm really looking forward to sharing many more interesting lessons that we're learning every week. <br /><br />Until next time, God bless you!<br /><br />Olyvia Kahuthu<div>
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Oh how I looked forward to Saturday the 7th day of February, 2015! It was the day that we would embark on a thrilling, freeing, challenging and somewhat scary Bible study that prompted each one of us, the Reformed Bad Girls (RBGs), to be 100% honest with God, ourselves and eventually the rest of the group. Before I go on with my story, I believe it would only be proper to share a brief of how the RBGs were formed.<br />
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Roughly two years ago, there was an announcement in the youth section of our morning church bulletin at Ridgeways Baptist Church, inviting all young ladies above the age of 18 to begin a study entitled 'The Bad Girls of The Bible'. The aim of the study was to get familiarized with the not-so-innocent female Bible characters and draw lessons from them to apply in our own lives. This sounded like an exciting study; unlike any of the others I had been a part of...so I joined! Fast forward to the present, and we now have a group of young ladies who I not only consider my friends, but also my sisters.<br />
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For the past year, the RBGs have been meeting regularly, for monthly fellowships which involve catching up and sharing each other's lives and experiences, loads of tasty food, hearty laughter and of course, great insights and encouragement from the 'leaders' of our group; Rev. Crawley and Rev. Pass. Before we all jump into conclusions about why I've put 'leaders' in quotes, allow me to explain: The Revs, as we call them, have been such a blessing to each one of the RBGs (my sisters can bear me witness). In as much as they are leading the group, spiritually and in terms of organizing our fellowships, we all consider them as our big sisters in Christ. Their servant leadership qualities have served as a wonderful example. We can now safely admit that we consider them as our friends, more than anything else, really. Fellowshipping with them, and watching them 'do life' continues to be an inspiration to those of us who have been fortunate enough to interact with the Revs. It has been and continues to be such a blessed experience to follow them as they follow Christ.<br />
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Now that we're up to speed on who the RBGs are, we can get back to my main story.<br />
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During our monthly fellowship in January 2015, Rev. Pass made an announcement that we would soon begin a study on sexual purity. The book we were all supposed to purchase and begin to read before our next meeting had a very captivating title; Every Young Woman's Battle. The aim of the book is to help young ladies all over the world to guard their minds, hearts and bodies in a sex-saturated world. The journalist in me was very curious to see what lay in the 'mystery' book, so as soon as I got my hands on my personal copy, I dove right into it! And boy was I excited to see the topics that we would cover; they are very real issues that constantly affect myself and my peers.<br />
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Now, despite all my excitement, a part of me was also a bit nervous about delving into this new study, seeing as total honesty was one of the requirements to successfully complete it. I wasn't too sure that I was ready to face my personal struggles, past and present alike. Furthermore, I was a bit concerned about how much the other ladies in the group would open up and reveal about their own lives. The last thing anyone would want to be in such a setup, is judged. You wouldn't believe my shock and amazement when we had our first meeting, that beautiful blue-skied sunny morning, and secrets were revealed, struggles were shared and a few tears were shed. Yes, the process of opening up and being honest is not easy, but by what I observed that morning, it is definitely, without a shudder of doubt, worth it. God is already using this study to transform lives within the group, restore broken hearts and heal open wounds. Honestly, I cannot wait to go through the entire study, to be delivered from all the bondages in my life that I may or may not be aware of, and in turn, help others who are struggling with the same. This is one very exhilarating journey that I cannot wait to share with my sisters in the faith! God is surely up to something, and I believe it is something AMAZING!<br />
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Olyvia Kahuthu - Jesus Lover by birth, Missionary by calling, Journalist by profession!<br />
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KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-3679544229060938042014-12-23T17:15:00.000-08:002014-12-23T17:15:01.881-08:00Education: Lions, Tigers, Elephants, 48 Hours of Walking….<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Mbebilia is from Isiolo. She's one of the girls we sponsor for education. The photo above was taken during a school visit. From the main road it took us FOUR HOURS, driving on rough terrain, to reach her school. The road in this photo is SMOOTH, in comparison. Mbebilia's school is a day and boarding school. She is a boarding student, which means she lives on campus during school terms. BUT she WALKS TWO FULL days/nights, through "the bush" to and from school, at the beginning and end of each term. Very dangerous due to wild life…some children don't make it. Literally walking through the "living rooms" of the King of the Jungle, tigers, elephants and more. Ken-Ya Believe It!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We are truly grateful that our child is now in school, after beginning at the age of nine…but CHANGE IS NECESSARY!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">PRAY with and for us as we seek the way forward with her education. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">PRAY about sponsoring a child. There are so many more Mbebilias.</span><br />
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<br />KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-18684723839437797532014-08-12T01:48:00.001-07:002014-08-12T01:48:30.681-07:00The Team is Coming! The Team is Coming!This photo, JUST IN, hot of the press in the weeeeeeeeeee hours of the morning! (Imagine the "pig" from the Geico Commercial……."weeeeeeee"). The Kenya Mission Team just before their departure from Charlotte-Douglas International Airport.<br />
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Yep! You heard correctly. <b>KEN-YA BELIEVE IT! </b>Eight women from The Park Church are on their way to Serve Christ in Kenya! We just received word that they have arrived <b>safely</b> in Amsterdam, Netherlands. <span style="color: lime; font-size: large;"><b>PRAISE THE LORD!</b> </span> The team is heading in this way. Please continue to cover the them in prayer.<br />
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<li><span style="color: lime;">The peace, power and presence of the Holy Spirit as we prepare to receive the team.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;">Favor, blessings and protection over lodging, building and ground transportation.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;">Safe arrival of <i>all </i>luggage.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;">Favor in Customs upon arrival at Nairobi airport.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;">God would provide perfect peace throughout the entire mission.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;">Safe, restful and peaceful sleep for all.</span></li>
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KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-40326796823119893552014-08-07T14:35:00.000-07:002014-08-08T08:14:13.112-07:00One Week Later!KenYa Believe It….. last week we were making our way back home to Kenya! We praise God for safe travel and arrival. We landed in Nairobi a little later than scheduled but we arrived safe and sound, along with all of our luggage. Grateful!<br />
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We would like to thank you for each visit, telephone call, text message, Facebook message, etc., as we prepared to depart. <b> <span style="color: lime;">THANK YOU! </span> </b>A very special THANK YOU to family and friends who came to the airport to see us off. <b><span style="color: lime;">THANK YOU!</span></b> THANK YOU to every person who checked to make sure we arrived safely in Kenya! <b><span style="color: lime;">THANK YOU!</span></b><br />
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We would also like to thank all of our donors, especially our monthly donors! <b><span style="color: lime;">THANK YOU! </span></b>Thank you to all of our NEW DONORS! <b><span style="color: lime;">THANK YOU!</span></b> And for those who cared for us effortlessly and tirelessly during our time in the US! <span style="color: lime;"><b>THANK YOU!</b></span> To every person who donated supplies, including tuna, drink mix, suitcases, financial support, etc. <span style="color: lime;"><b>THANK YOU!</b></span> <br />
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We are still adjusting to being back home! We have been resting, while finalizing plans for the arrival of The Park Church, USA Women's Mission Team. They will arrive in five short days. Please pray for the mission, as well as safe travel for the team. Updates for the women's team will be posted to this Blog. Sign up for automatic updates by providing your email address in the field marked <b>"Follow by email"</b>.<br />
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Lastly, we are still seeking monthly ministry partners. Please click on <span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><b><a href="http://www.themissionsociety.org/connect/connectmissionaries/people/people_person/5019" target="_blank">DONATE NOW</a></b></span> to make an online donation and/or to become a monthly partner. Tax - deductible donations can be mailed to <b>The Mission Society, Attn: Crawley/Pass Account #3020, 6234 Crooked Creek Road, Norcross, GA 30092.</b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We have been blessed beyond our wildest imaginations…and we are only speaking of the last twenty - four hours! We've waited, prayed and cried, while anticipating timely provision from our Heavenly Father. <i>Any my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. </i>Phil. 4:19</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">With that said, we are heading back to Kenya next week. Up! Up! …and Awaaaaaay! Homeward bound! Thank you, Father! <b><span style="color: yellow;">PRAISE BREAK!</span></b></span><br />
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<b><u><span style="font-size: large;">TICKETED BY FAITH…</span></u></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Now faith is the confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. </i>Heb. 11:1</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We couldn't SEE the funds but we booked flights any-how! We booked our airline tickets "in faith"! Yep! IN FAITH! We knew it was time to go so we <i>acted like it! </i>Tickets please. So the airline tickets were on hold….for several days. The days passed and STILL no money. More prayer please! Yesterday, we asked individuals to pray <i>specifically</i> for our financial needs (more about those powerhouses later). We would loose our reservations if they were not paid for by the end of business, Thurs., July 24th. But God! This morning we received a call from a"new" donor that the money for one of the tickets had been mailed to The Mission Society (TMS). <b><span style="color: yellow;">PRAISE BREAK!</span></b> </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Please don't focus on the donation for ONE ticket. Do you remember our "anonymous" $10,000 Matching Grant, via TMS? Ok. Since the donation was made by a "new donor" the money they submitted DOUBLED, which gave us the funds for the second ticket!!!!!! Another <b><span style="color: yellow;">PRAISE BREAK! </span></b> And, the same person became a <u>new monthly donor</u>! Yaaaaaaaassssss! <b><span style="color: yellow;">PRAISE BREAK! </span></b> <i>But that's not all…..</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Earlier, we mentioned asking individuals to pray specifically for our financial needs. We were seeking twelve (12) new donors at $50 each per month, for eighteen (18) months, to meet our monthly goal. The sooner, the better! So we asked individuals who KNOW how to get a prayer through…..a direct line to glory. In addition to praying for us, <u>TWO</u> of the prayer warriors also became <u>new monthly donors</u>. And one more monthly donor was added during an evening meeting! <b><span style="color: yellow;">Boom!</span></b> Allow us to do the math…..twelve minus four equals eight. We now need a <i>minimum </i>of eight new monthly donors at $50 each. Yes! Yes! Yes! (Crescendo please…say it louder each time). <b><span style="color: yellow;">PRAISE BREAK!</span></b> <i>But that's not all…</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">In most cases we wouldn't celebrate excess baggage but this time is an exception. One of our requests from the previous Blog was money for excess baggage, two pieces to be exact. No monie, no checkie, your excess baggie. LOL! Today, an individual donated enough money to pay for one extra piece of luggage. Amen! <b><span style="color: yellow;">PRAISE BREAK! </span></b> <i>But that's not all…</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. Entirely on their own… </i></span><span style="font-size: large;">2 Cor. 8:3</span><br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-size: large;">Donations - CHECK! Thank You!</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. </i>Phil. 4:6</span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Your continuous prayer support!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">More monthly donors! Click <a href="http://www.themissionsociety.org/connect/connectmissionaries/people/people_person/5019" target="_blank">HERE</a> to SIGN UP NOW!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Lump sum donations! Click <a href="http://www.themissionsociety.org/connect/connectmissionaries/people/people_person/5020" target="_blank">HERE</a> to DONATE NOW!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Funds for one more extra piece of luggage ($150).</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Additional supplies and/or resources to purchase supplies.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Pray for our packing and preparation.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Pray for our parents as we prepare. May the presence and peace of our savior cover them all.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Pray for safe travel to the airport and a smooth check-in and baggage check. We depart on Wed., July 30th, from Greensboro, NC. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Pray for safe air travel and the safe landing of each flight, at it's scheduled destination.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Pray for a smooth transfer through Customs and that all luggage arrives with us.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Pray for safe travel to our home upon arrival in Kenya!</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Pray! Pray! Pray!</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Rev. Sonia and Rev. Sonji</span>KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-50646748733519994962014-07-20T23:45:00.000-07:002014-07-21T00:29:59.634-07:00Luggage, Toothpaste, Tuna and Other Stuff!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Time is winding down! Departure is near! Homeward bound! Kenya here we come! Yippeee! <br />
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<span style="color: lime;"><b>THANKS</b></span> to ALL who continue to support us during our time in the US. <b><span style="color: lime;"> THANK YOU</span></b> for your prayers, calls, texts, facebook messages, emails, smiles, hugs, meals, conversations, lodging, and so much more. <b><span style="color: lime;">THANK YOU! </span></b>We could never fully express our gratitude for/to our financial supporters. <b><span style="color: lime;">THANK YOU! </span> </b>We are truly grateful for your sacrifice and demonstration of love for God, for the people of Kenya, and the two of us!<span style="color: lime;"> </span> Because of <b><span style="color: yellow;">YOU</span></b> we are able to walk out the Call God has placed on our lives, to serve cross-culturally, individually and collectively. <b><span style="color: lime;">THANK YOU! </span></b><br />
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<span style="color: lime;">Many of you have asked</span><i><span style="color: lime;"> "Can you give me a list of things you need?"</span></i><span style="color: lime;">. </span><span style="color: lime;"> Well, there's still time for <b>YOU</b> to help……<b><u>THIS</u></b> <b><u>WEEK</u></b>! <b>READ</b> <b>ON</b>…..to find out how!</span><br />
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These items are either unavailable or <u>super</u> expensive, in Kenya. If you can assist, please let us know by <b>Thurs., July 24th.</b> We can be reached in the following ways.<br />
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<b><span style="color: yellow;">Rev. Crawley:</span></b> (704) 605 - 7949<br />
<span style="color: yellow;"><b>Rev. Pass: </b></span> (704) 713 - 0859<br />
<b><span style="color: yellow;">Email:</span> </b> <a href="mailto:kenyabelieveit2011@gmail.com">kenyabelieveit2011@gmail.com</a><br />
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<li>Crest Clinical Gum Protection Toothpaste | <span style="color: yellow;"><b>Quantity: 3</b></span></li>
<li>Crest Pro-Health Whitening Toothpaste, Fresh Clean Mint | <span style="color: yellow;"><b>Quantity</b>: <b>3</b></span></li>
<li>Drink Mix, Sugar Free | <span style="color: yellow;"><b>Flavors: Lemonade, Pink Lemonade. Quantity: Many!</b></span></li>
<li>Luggage | <b><span style="color: yellow;">Measurements: 62 inches total (27"x21"x14") Quantity: 2</span></b></li>
<li>Neutrogena Rapid Clear Acne Defense Face Lotion | <b><span style="color: yellow;">Quantity: 3</span></b></li>
<li>Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash Cream Cleanser | <b><span style="color: yellow;">Quantity: 3</span></b></li>
<li>Neutrogena Rapid Clear Oil-Control Foaming Cleanser | <b><span style="color: yellow;">Quantity: 3</span></b></li>
<li>Starkist Tuna Pouch, in water. NO CANS PLEASE! | <b><span style="color: yellow;">Quantity: 10 - 15 envelopes </span></b></li>
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<br />KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-34046818367304325022014-06-21T12:38:00.000-07:002014-06-23T19:11:08.699-07:00ALL Airways Lead to Kenya…Get on Board!<br />
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ALL AIRWAYS LEAD TO KENYA….as we prepare to return "home" to Kenya, we still need YOUR support. <span style="color: lime;">THANK YOU to all of our current and previous supporters! </span>We are grateful for our NEW donors also!!!!</div>
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God has and continues to show himself faithful, true, mighty and strong. We have received over $9,000 in donations since mid - March. An <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F0XgZSJsiwc" target="_blank">INDESCRIBABLE</a> praise GOES RIGHT HERE! We are grateful, humbled and honored! THANK YOU! But the task is not complete and the struggle is <b>REAL</b>!<br />
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We need <b><span style="color: orange;">$1,200 additional monthly support</span></b>. We need an additional $6,000, yesterday (…not a typo)! There are several ways in which YOU can <b><span style="color: yellow;"><a href="http://www.kenyabelieveit.org/" target="_blank">DONATE TODAY</a></span></b>! (I.e. individuals, groups, churches, organizations, etc.).</div>
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We have received a <b>$10,000 Matching Grant</b>, from a generous donor through The Mission Society. PRAISE GOD! WE ARE SO GRATEFUL! That means <u><span style="color: cyan;"><b>YOUR $100 donation has the potential of becoming $200</b></span></u>. What an awesome and amazing God we serve. So NOW is <b><u>YOUR</u></b> time to get involved. Join God where He's already working, in Kenya, and become one of our monthly donors <b><u><span style="color: yellow;"><a href="http://www.themissionsociety.org/connect/connectmissionaries/people/people_person/5020" target="_blank">TODAY</a></span></u></b>. <u>ALL donations are tax - deductible, when submitted to The Mission Society</u>; whether by snail mail or online. So don't delay……mail your donation or go online <b><u><span style="color: yellow;"><a href="http://www.themissionsociety.org/connect/connectmissionaries/people/people_person/5020" target="_blank">TODAY</a></span></u></b>. <br />
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<li><span style="color: lime;"> Make disciples who make disciples</span></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;"> Provide medical treatment for orphans and widows</span></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;"> Provide resources for sustainable living</span></li>
<li><span style="color: lime;"> Send young people to school….and so much more!</span></li>
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<li>Become a <b><span style="color: lime;">NEW</span></b> monthly <b><span style="color: lime;">donor</span></b> <span style="color: yellow;"><a href="http://www.themissionsociety.org/connect/connectmissionaries/people/people_person/5019" target="_blank">TODAY</a></span>! 100% of your donation will be matched by our grant.</li>
<li>Give a <span style="color: lime;"><b>LUMP</b> <b>SUM</b> <b>donation</b></span> <span style="color: yellow;"><a href="http://www.themissionsociety.org/connect/connectmissionaries/people/people_person/5019" target="_blank">TODAY</a></span>! Your donation has the potential to double! No amount is too small…..from $10 to $50,000 or more……</li>
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<span style="color: lime; font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">℅ Crawley/Pass Account. #3020</span><br />
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KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-27985888691778279232014-05-13T19:21:00.000-07:002014-05-13T19:21:00.911-07:00$10,000 Matching Grant! DONATE TODAY!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-87722489002314081552014-03-24T15:55:00.000-07:002014-03-24T16:05:57.891-07:00Praise, Prayer and So Much More! Greetings,<br />
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So by now you've seen the Cue Card Video, RIGHT? (If not, check out our Blog Post for Wednesday, February 19th). <b>Watch! <span style="color: #38761d;">Pray!</span> Give! Share!</b><br />
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Well TODAY, we have awesome updates and exciting news on how YOU can join God where He's already working. We are seeking "new" ministry partners and donors, for the Kingdom work in Kenya. So click on the link below and read the reports of Prayer, Praise and So Much More! <br />
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The answer to <b>YOUR</b> question….How can I get involved, <b>TODAY</b>? ….is just one <b>CLICK</b> away!<br />
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Enjoy! And we look forward to hearing from you soon.<br />
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<a href="https://app.box.com/s/xyhiygbhcthgc88mb4px" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: large;">March Prayer Letter!</span></a>KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-19414666027573462042014-02-19T13:33:00.003-08:002014-02-20T05:17:38.738-08:00A Cue Card Video from Kenya!!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">We are so grateful to God for the opportunity to <i>Serve in Kenya! </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We have an </span><b style="font-size: x-large;">URGENT</b><span style="font-size: large;"> message for you!! Please click the link below and watch our "Cue Card" Video</span><span style="font-size: large;">! </span></div>
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<b>“What do you want for
Christmas?”</b> ….. a typical question this time of year and one that has been
posed to me several times over the past few weeks. 8000 miles away from what has been my
Christmas “norm” (for many years) brings it’s own unique challenges and
realities. I look at the people we serve
… with no consistent food or water for many days. I look at our financial ministry accounts
that are no longer “low” but now <span style="color: #f1c232;"><b>RED</b></span>.
BUT I also look at what God has promised for 2014. I celebrate the birth of our Savior! Jesus
said, “I come that you might have life more abundantly.” Not only did He mean eternal life BUT
abundance in this life as well.
Abundance for the people we serve may mean at least three (3) meals in A
WEEK rather than one (1) meal; OR it may mean a cup of water with only a few
parasites rather than one with many parasites and traces of elephant dung. My heart aches for this ministry and the
people we serve! NOT just for Christmas
2013, BUT for everyday of their lives.
God distributes HIS abundance through willing "flesh and blood" vessels on this earth just like
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Many of you can make a $1000 donation right
now and it not impact you … thank you in advance! Others can give other amounts, but EVERY
donation is a step closer to our goal! <span style="color: #6aa84f;"><b>ALL gifts are TAX DEDUCTIBLE</b>!</span> Please click on the <b>photo below to make your on-line donation:</b></div>
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<b>then email us at <span style="color: #8e7cc3;">kenyabelieveit2011@gmail.com</span> that you have donated!!! You may also mail tax-deductible donations to: The Mission Society, Attn: Crawley/Pass - Acct. #3020SUP, 6234 Crooked Creek Road, Norcross, GA 30092. </b></div>
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Believe It ….. THANK YOU for your sacrifice and MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!!! </b></div>
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<a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-k03thGFbKvU/UpJVDQvrDyI/AAAAAAAAAqU/WfxDwvRn2II/s1600/IMG_5054.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-k03thGFbKvU/UpJVDQvrDyI/AAAAAAAAAqU/WfxDwvRn2II/s1600/IMG_5054.JPG" height="112" width="200" /></a><b><i>Blessings.... </i></b>God has blessed us immensely in 2013. The year has been rewarding and exciting in many ways. Rekindled new kinships, developed new kinships, expanded ministry and much more. Highlights include "two" visions that God allowed to come true, by way of hosting Interns and the successful launch of Kamp Kenya. It was our desire to provide the <i>ultimate cross - cultural adventure</i> for youth, from the US, between the ages of 13 - 18. That dream came true, this year, as we hosted eight youth and two chaperones, from The Park Church (TPC), for thirteen days. We were also able to host three Interns for the summer, two from TPC for eight weeks, and one student from Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN, for five weeks. Our next blog will have more details about how both of these amazing opportunities blessed us, the participants and so many of our Kenyan sisters and brothers.<br />
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<b><i>Sleepless Nights... </i></b>God has also sustained us through many sleepless nights, disappointments, stressful days and family illnesses. God continues to show himself as the ALL SUFFICIENT ONE! Through the Holy Spirit, we experienced Christ as friend, comforter, keeper, healer, deliver and provider of all things. Thanks to everyone who prayed for (and continues to pray for) our families during their illnesses and during our time in the US. Rev. Crawley's Mother (Sylvia) is a walking miracle and God continues to bless and keep her Mom and her Dad... Great IS thy faithfulness. Rev. Pass' Brother (Jeffrey), is a physical manifestation of...by His stripes we are healed. We ask that you continue to pray not only for Mom Crawley and Brother Jeffrey, but for our families, as a whole.</div>
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<b><i>Vehicle... </i></b><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: cyan;">Ken-Ya Believe It?</span></b> .....we are <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: cyan;">STILL</span></b> in desperate need of a vehicle. April 2014 will mark two years of full - time service in Kenya. Praise God! Where has the time gone? That means we have been "Serving Christ in Kenya" without our own transportation for the same length of time, YET, God has been and still is faithful. He continues to exceed our expectations, as we serve Him. He continues to remind us that He alone is the provider of ALL things. In the midst of the disappointments and struggles He continues to whisper "that they my see, and know, and consider, and understand together, that the hand of the Lord hath done this, and the Holy One of Israel hath created it" (Isaiah 41:20). No man or women can lay claim to what He has done in our lives; in, with and through the ministry in Kenya. </div>
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You may remember our attempt to raise $25,000 for an all - terrain vehicle, while in the US last Spring. Unfortunately, we were unable to meet our goal. In addition, we were anticipating the receipt of $5,000 to purchase a small vehicle for local transportation, UNTIL we could raise the money needed to purchase the all - terrain vehicle. We found several small vehicles (the first deal fell through) but we were unable to secure the funds to make the purchase. Now, we are forfeiting the small vehicle and are focusing ALL of our efforts on obtaining funds to purchase the all - terrain vehicle. We need a minimum of $12,000USD to purchase the vehicle and need all of the funds by the end of December. <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">WE NEED YOUR HELP, TODAY!</span></b><br />
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Allow us to share some of the positives and the negatives of NOT having our own transportation, for the last nineteen months: </div>
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<li>We get exercise.....walk....walk....walk. (Although not advisable in certain parts of Nairobi).</li>
<li>We have developed new relationships with natives, as a result of our creative means of travel. </li>
<li>Established relationships have been strengthened, again, as a result of our creative means of travel. Local business owners extended their transportation services, in order to help us serve more effectively (<b>Example:</b> During tourism off season, two individuals that own transportation companies offer their personal vehicles and company vans, free of charge and/or with major discount prices, in order to decrease our expenses). This is an AMAZING testimony to the favor of God when you understand Kenyan Culture.</li>
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<b>The Negative:</b></div>
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<li>We are having to pay some ministry expenses from our own pockets, out of our small annual salary. This is NOT our preference we are grateful that God continues to stretch what we have for ministry purposes and our personal needs are met.</li>
<li>We have passed on/forfeited ministry opportunities due to the lack of resources for and/or transportation.</li>
<li>Safety of vehicle-for-hire is a major concern. Many times if the rate is cheaper the vehicle may not be in the best condition for travel.</li>
<li>The transportation budget line item was completely exhausted the first six months of the year.</li>
<li>Cost of hiring a vehicle within Nairobi is $35USD, per day.</li>
<li>Cost of hiring an all - terrain vehicle for travel to and from Isiolo, is $350 for three days (50% more than 2012). Isiolo is 3 1/2 hours from Nairobi and then to "the bush".</li>
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<b>Benefits of Owning a Vehicle:</b><br />
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<li>The vehicle will meet our needs and <b><i>decrease</i></b> our current monthly transportation budget by approximately $500 per month.</li>
<li>With our own vehicle we would only incur the cost of fuel and maintenance.</li>
<li>Confidence in safety of vehicle, as maintenance of the vehicle would be ours.</li>
<li>Ability to expand and respond to ministry needs as the opportunity presents itself.</li>
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<b>So how Ken-Ya help? </b>We are asking you to give in one of the following categories:<br />
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<li><b>Be <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">1 of 3 </span></b>people to <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">give $4,000</span> </b>and we have the <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">$12,000</span> </b>we need <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">for</span> </b>the <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">vehicle</span>.</b></li>
<li><b>Be</b> <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">1 of 6</span></b> people to <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;"><b>give $2,000</b></span> and we have the <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">$12,000</span></b> we need <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">for</span></b> the <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;"><b>vehicle</b></span>.</li>
<li><b>Be</b> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;"><b>1 of 12</b> </span>people to <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">give $1,000</span></b> and we have the <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">$12,000</span> </b>we need <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">for</span></b> the <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">vehicle</span></b>.</li>
<li><b>Be</b> <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">1 of 24</span></b> people to <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">give $500</span></b> and we have the<b> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">$12,000</span></b> we need <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">for</span></b> the <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">vehicle</span></b>.</li>
<li><b>Be <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">1 of 48</span></b> people to <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;"><b>give $250</b> </span>and we have the <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">$12,000</span> </b>we <b>need</b> <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">for</span></b> the <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">vehicle</span></b>. </li>
<li><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;"><b>Be one of many that donate towards the $12,000 we need for the vehicle.</b></span></li>
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Which one will you do, <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">TODAY</span></b>? All donations are tax - deductible. <b><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: cyan;">Make your donation BEFORE December 31, 2013.</span></u></b> Make it a group project to increase the size of your donation! Organize your group, share our need(s) for the vehicle, choose an amount to donate, set a collection date and a donation date and <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">MAKE IT HAPPEN</span></b>! This is an opportunity for you to become a donor and partner with the ministry in Kenya, and a great way to help us serve more effectively. <b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT TODAY! </span></b></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">P. O. Box 922637</span></b></div>
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">Norcross, GA 30010</span></b></div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;">Attn: CRAWLEY/PASS VEHICLE</span></div>
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You may also donate online by clicking on one of the <b>"DONATE TODAY" buttons in the right-hand column of this page. <span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: cyan;">Remember, even online, ALL donations must include the Memo: </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: yellow;"><u>CRAWLEY/PASS VEHICLE</u>.</span></b></div>
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Sonia Crawley and Sonji Pass</div>
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Me: Francis</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Him: Yes.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Me: Do you need spectacles?</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Him: Who me? (Laughter)</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Me: (and</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"> </span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><a data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/user.php?id=1275802352&extragetparams=%7B%22directed_target_id%22%3A0%7D" href="https://www.facebook.com/sonji.pass?directed_target_id=0" style="color: #3b5998; cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">Sonji</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">) - Laughter). Yes.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Him: No. I can see. My eyes are good. I didn't SEE the hole. (lots of laughter).</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Us: More laughter.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Me: Mmmmmm...are you sure?</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Him: Yes. I can see. (Laughter). You are enjoying me.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Us: Wow! I guess we are.....really?</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Still NOT convinced that our brother can see.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><a class="_58cn" data-pub="{"type":"hashtag","id":587927944600182,"source":null}" href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/whenyoucanseeyoucanseethecanyonbeforeyoudriveintoit" style="cursor: pointer; text-decoration: none;">#whenyoucanSEEyoucanSEEthecanyonBEFOREyoudriveintoit</a></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">#</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"><br /></span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">Love Francis...and he will drive for us again. Just NOT tomorrow.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;"> </span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; line-height: 17px;">By Sonia C.</span>KenYa Believe Ithttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17364131616320884884noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3649208130779066025.post-15927071573923835912013-09-28T14:42:00.000-07:002013-09-28T14:42:53.938-07:00Praise Report!<br />
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