David Gibbs

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October 10, 2020 Dear Praying Friends, Greetings from Kyiv, this is Julie providing an update on how the Lord is working in our lives. As some of you are aware, Derek tested positive for COVID-19 last Monday, October 5. He initially fell ill the Friday prior and a CT scan of his lungs Tuesday showed he had bilateral viral pneumonia. The virus has taken a strong hold. I...

October 10, 2020 Dear Praying Friends, Greetings from Kyiv, this is Julie providing an update on how the Lord is working in our lives. As some of you are aware, Derek tested positive for COVID-19 last Monday, October 5. He initially fell ill the Friday prior and a CT scan of his lungs Tuesday showed he had bilateral viral pneumonia. The virus has taken a strong hold. I have never seen him so weak. Our doctor described his condition as a storm raging within his body. He was admitted to a hospital yesterday, October 9th, and his condition is considered stable. His fever and oxygen saturation have improved in the last two days. His blood platelet count remains low which increases his risk of complications of the vascular system. Answered Prayer: Many of our family and friends around the world have been praying and we are thankful and humbled at the outpouring of love we have received. We believe God answered your prayers by securing the last room available in a private hospital. We praise God for a dear Ukrainian friend who persisted in getting Derek admitted, even after we had earlier been told the hospital was full. We found out later that all private hospitals in Kyiv are full. Specific prayer requests: - Derek’s vitals to remain stable, normal vascular function, gain strength, wisdom for doctors - COVID-19 situation in Ukraine – the number of cases continues to rise in Ukraine. I cannot confirm, but I was told of a man in Kharkiv, the 2nd largest Ukrainian city, who called an ambulance with COVID-19 symptoms and was told the hospitals were full. He was given an injection and left to cope with the virus at home. Praises: - Compassionate and diligent Ukrainian medical team. While they do not have the resources that are available in the U.S., we are thankful for the care Derek has received - Faithful prayer warriors – God has blessed us with so many of you who are faithful to intercede on Derek’s behalf - My negative test – I tested negative for COVID-19 The Lord is faithful and continues to bless and provide for us, and we are ultimately trusting in him for Derek’s healing. We praise Him for his faithfulness to us. “Through him then let us offer up a sacrifice of praise to God continually…” Hebrews 13:15. Praising Him, Julie

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Dear Churches and Friends, September 2020 For the last several months we have put a lot of emphasis on witnessing to the families of our members. There has been a strong burden this year for family members. Most of our church members are first generation Christians, so we have many...

Dear Churches and Friends, September 2020 For the last several months we have put a lot of emphasis on witnessing to the families of our members. There has been a strong burden this year for family members. Most of our church members are first generation Christians, so we have many to pray for. Witnessing to family members has proven to be a difficult task, but at the same time very rewarding. Many of the family members live in different provinces. So, we decided to go and visit the families. Inviting families to church has not worked at all. Therefore we go straight to the house and if possible have a Bible study. We have been able to take several trips this year to witness to loved ones. Recently, our group went to a nearby province called LamPhan. We spent time with a young man’s mother and grandmother. His name is Note and we were able to discuss the Bible and what it means to be a Christian with his family. Witnessing one on one is very beneficial to lost family, as there is much confusion and sometimes even fear about Christianity. We typically have a group go, which has helped to bond our group together. Bible Baptist Church had a few visitors this month. We also have a lost Vietnamese girl coming to church with us again. She came to church several months back and had to stop for university work. Her work is finished and she has returned. Her name is Tu. When she first came to us, she had never heard the name of Jesus. We were able to buy her a Vietnamese Bible as well. In addition, we baptized two Thai young men this month. Both saved in our church. Thank you for prayers and support. Additional Prayer List for Growth: Daet, To, Note, ToToe, Burt, Mike, Sumet, Fang, Furn and Kym Salvation of Puu’s and Note’s family Return to Church: Tuey, None Together for His service Jeff Gross Prayer Salvation: Tu, Pete, Myk, Pai, Salvation: Daet’s Mom & Sister Learning Language & Culture Churches in Thailand Galatians 2:20 – “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.” Seeds to Take Root in Hearts

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