to their name, showing us kindness and hospitality that reflect well the biblical teaching on Christian love. The Lord gave us a good time with the church on Wednesday evening, allowing Michael to present the needs in France, our calling, and our plan for proclaiming the hope of the gospel to the French. Michael finished the service with encouragement from Matthew 19 concerning God's ability to overcome human inability with regard to salvation. The Lord had one surprise for us--just as the service began one of Michael's former roomates from college walked in to the sanctuary. It was a joy to reconnect with Ben and to hear a little of what God is doing in his life. Besides allowing us to present our mission to another group of believers, our trip to Friendship allowed us to spend time with the Pahnke family. (They are the parents of Ruth Bixby, our coworker. We enjoyed seeing the home where Ruth grew up; we especially enjoyed the photos!). They welcomed us on Wednesday evening with a delicious meal and then spent time with us after the service talking over snacks. We enjoyed very much hearing how the Lord had worked in their lives and how He continues to use them. They were very warm hosts.
The Pahnkes treated us to a special activity on Thursday. Following a delicious breakfast prepared by Mr. Pahnke, Mrs. Pahnke took us out to feed their horses (Cherokee and Cowboy) and cows. Viviane really enjoyed watching them put on the feed bag. After the feeding, we went on a walk along a greenway that runs along the Pahnke's property. Viviane loved the outdoors and the exercise (she walked a long way for those little legs). By the end of the walk, however, her little legs were worn out and she needed a lift from Michael. We enjoyed very much our time with the Pahnkes and look forward to future time spent with them.
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