Dear Family and Friends,
Just wanted to let you all know tht I safely arrived in PNG. I have been in the town of Goroka in the Eastern highlands Province all week preparing o move to the bush. I am finding that nothing is as easy or quick as it is in the States. It took several hours to open a bonk account. Much of that time was spent standing in line. On the other hand, I was able to get a driver's license in about 1/2 hour. I understand that was definately an answer to prayer as that process can somtimes take days. the driving in town is certainly and adventure!
We have been buying enough food and supplies to last 6-8 weeks. The stores in town don't consistantly carry the same goods. We have been to many stroes, and they are all very simiar and rather fregrant, and crowded. The containers of food are covered in a layer of dust and grime. Much of the food brands that we purchase are from Australia or China. I am told that although it looks similar to Americam food. It tastes somewhat diferent.
The city of Goroka has been a fascinating place to experience. The sidewalk on the main street is lined with people selling their wares. People loiter everywhere, sitting on a sidewalks, walls, curbs, grass, and even the dirt. Whe we park our vehicle, the nations will often lean against it. The streets are littered with debris, potholes, and pickpockets. The nationals gather in groups often gambleing what little they have.
God's creation is evident even in the midst of this squalor. The surrounding mountains and countryside are breathtaking. The exoctic plant life is lush and brightly colored. The nationals are a beautiful Pople for who our Lord and Savior died. What a privilege I have to declare His glord among the heathen, His wonders amony all people. For the Lord is great and greatly to be praised: He is to be feared above all gods. For all the gods of the nations are idols: but the Lord made the heavens. O please pray that I would not be ashamed of the gospel of Christ, but that I would be a bold and faithful example.
Just wanted to let you all know tht I safely arrived in PNG. I have been in the town of Goroka in the Eastern highlands Province all week preparing o move to the bush. I am finding that nothing is as easy or quick as it is in the States. It took several hours to open a bonk account. Much of that time was spent standing in line. On the other hand, I was able to get a driver's license in about 1/2 hour. I understand that was definately an answer to prayer as that process can somtimes take days. the driving in town is certainly and adventure!
We have been buying enough food and supplies to last 6-8 weeks. The stores in town don't consistantly carry the same goods. We have been to many stroes, and they are all very simiar and rather fregrant, and crowded. The containers of food are covered in a layer of dust and grime. Much of the food brands that we purchase are from Australia or China. I am told that although it looks similar to Americam food. It tastes somewhat diferent.
The city of Goroka has been a fascinating place to experience. The sidewalk on the main street is lined with people selling their wares. People loiter everywhere, sitting on a sidewalks, walls, curbs, grass, and even the dirt. Whe we park our vehicle, the nations will often lean against it. The streets are littered with debris, potholes, and pickpockets. The nationals gather in groups often gambleing what little they have.
God's creation is evident even in the midst of this squalor. The surrounding mountains and countryside are breathtaking. The exoctic plant life is lush and brightly colored. The nationals are a beautiful Pople for who our Lord and Savior died. What a privilege I have to declare His glord among the heathen, His wonders amony all people. For the Lord is great and greatly to be praised: He is to be feared above all gods. For all the gods of the nations are idols: but the Lord made the heavens. O please pray that I would not be ashamed of the gospel of Christ, but that I would be a bold and faithful example.
Please pray for us as we travel to the bush tomorrow. I will begin teaching in 2 weeks as the students are currently on their midyear break.
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