God is Doing Some AMAZING Stuff in Russia & Ukraine

Well, I got back from my 2 1/2 week trip to Russia and Ukraine last night... boy am I tired. I have come back even more on fire for God and what he is doing in Russia and Ukraine. I attended a conference with 5 of my friends from my church in Arkhangelsk. It focused on building leaders and championing the cause of local churches. It was great to be stretched and look at things from a new perspective. It is crazy how God takes you half way around the world where nothing is familiar (except God) to deliver what seems to be a message written just for you.

Ultimately I am encouraged by the story of the Hillsong Church in Kiev, Ukraine who celebrated it's 15th anniversary this past October 4th. The church was started by a missionary who 1. was listening to God, 2. was obedient, and was willing to sacrifice everything to to gain nothing for himself. The result... a strong church of 3000+. Thousands of lives changed by the obedience of one person. I begin to think about the situation in Russia and how my decision to listen to God's call could change so many lives. This is my motivation. God used this time to re-invigorate me, to re-charge me, to re-shape me. I am ready, God for what you have planned! If you would like to hear about my trip in more detail, just let me know... I would love to share with you personally what God is doing in this region.