copyright(c) 2017 Daneille Gray Snowden
2017
I am grappling on how in the world to
wrap 2017 all in ONE blog post!
Where our Heavenly Father has taken us from the beginning of this 'New Pilgrimage' to now; is absolutely AMAZING!
This journey truthfully can go back to the GREAT COMMISSION with Jesus pouring His Heart out not only to His Disciples, but to the CHURCH OF JESUS for SOULS all over the world:
"And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned." Mk.16:15-16
For me; I was called into the mission field at 12 years old (40 years ago); my husband (Brad) was 24 years old. The Lord led us to pastor for over 25 years. As we ministered, we shared the Lord's heart for missions for hearts in all the world.
The last church we pastored as many know, is when Brad became seriously ill. Oh the twists and turns during those 6 years of hardship. Yet, in the midst - we saw things in the light of eternity. Thus, all we could do was PRAISE AND TRUST our Great King!
“The very things he said in his pain; will be known as the greatest victory he has known.”
{Speaking of David in Psalms} C. Conlon
This truly resonates with my soul! When we still sing His Praise, even in the face of HARD times; victorious seeds have not only been planted but have taken root!
SO HERE WE ARE AT CHRISTMAS SEASON
An opportunity to enjoy family and friends again and to give little sweet gifts to neighbors and loved ones! Isn't it so nice? 😊
The Lord showed me something regarding the CHRISTMAS STORY. He correlated it where our family is right now in our lives.
THE CLOSED DOORS TO THE KING!
"and she gave birth to her Son, her firstborn; and she wrapped Him in [swaddling] cloths and laid Him in a manger, because there was no [private] room for them in the inn." Lu 2:7
I don't know about you; but I 'like me' a nice, comfortable hotel when I am travelling and needing rest desperately! If I had to sleep in a cold, dark, stinking, bug-ridden barn (cave) I would not be a happy camper- whatsoever (let alone; delivering a precious little, innocent baby)! Yet, there was not even an effort made to help this lady who needed to have her baby in a more comfortable, clean environment.
As missionaries; we knock (call, write letters, emails and message) many churches, and individuals; but there is 'no-room'. It's a bit of a lonely feeling, bewilderment happens too! After all; this is GOD'S BECKON CALL to 'GO' to Africa. It wasn't on our radar (remember Brad was dying).
Yet, the baby Jesus was born; all safe and sound. Mary rested, the family was provided for and the miracle of our Savior's Birth was accomplished. PRAISE THE LORD!
As we walk these last few weeks; knocking (so to speak) for many to 'CONNECT' with us in support SENDING us to Mozambique -
WE KNOW GOD'S CALL / HIS WILL; SHALL BE ACCOMPLISHED!
We don't know how; it will come from places we never could imagine (as they already have) and it will not only increase our faith; but bring our God great GLORY! That is what life is all about anyways!
"For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you an
expected end." Jer. 29:11
EXPECTED END!!!!
HE FINISHES WHAT HE STARTS!
"I am convinced and confident of this very thing, that He who has begun a good work in you will [continue to] perfect and complete it until the day of Christ Jesus [the time of His return]." Phil 1:6
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YEAR END REVEIW
Just a little snippet of a year of preaching 3 Sundays a month and some Wed.'s as well.
Travelling all over IL and IN.
Ohio
Kansas City
Texas
California
Pennsylvania
New York
Where Daneille's parents first met (mom was preaching here).
BUCYRUS (where Daneille was born)
Newton Christian
Texas Blue Bonnets
Praise A/G Charleston, IL
Church By The Waters Edge
Newburgh, IN
Olney A/G
FAME Evangelical
Uncle Jim Mitchell in Kansas City
Sisters (Shannan F.)
The best of friends... Kelly & Gary Poole K.C.
Paula Young
Robinson House of Prayer
Rev. Paul Gray's (dad's) 50th Ordination Celebration
Uncle Gene Snowden, Aunt Carol Cousins Kim & Kelly
Addie Swift - Albion CHOP
Team Leaders...Melvin Kelly / Chris Keppler
Aimee Howarth Missionary to Mozambique team member
COMMISSIONED MISSIONARIES with OMS
DEAREST OF FRIENDS...Lonita Caldwell
Velma Hardig Missionary with Men's for Missions
MY CHURCH INDY
LUKE GOSSETT Moz. Team Member
CROSS TRAINING
BEWARE
TIPTON A/G
GINA STOUT (were childhood friends)
School Mates
San Diego with our son
Kurt & Michelle Rothwell Hosted Us
Cousin Beverly Mimms
CAMPSVILLE, IL
HOT...
SPIRITUAL DAUGHTER - BIANCA BROWN
BROTHER & SISTER...PAUL GRAY
NATHAN & EMILY
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CHURCH 52 INDY
SUBWAY IN NEW YORK CITY
BROOKLYN BRIDGE
SELF DEFENSE PASTOR KEN CLAFLIN