“…I will instruct you and teach you in the way which you should go; I will counsel you, My eye shall be on you.” Psalm 32:8
Happy All Saints Day (well almost)!
I have been asked repeatedly “How are you doing…really?” And I thought that in actuality, more than just three or four of you are wondering this. I am doing ok. I can’t say that my time in Africa had been “fun” but it has been abundantly blessed.
God has used this time in Africa to isolate me and teach me several things. One is the true meaning of ‘working for God’. As Christians we are called to “do your work readily, as to the Lord, and not to men” (Ephesians 6:7). I have read this scripture and had been practicing it to the fullness of my knowledge, but I have been shown a whole new aspect working here.
In the terms of business knowledge and background, I don’t have much. Physical Therapy school prepared me for clinical practice – which is WAY different than standard business practice. My post venture assignment has been to implement Junction Choices’ scorecard. When I re-opened it and tried to decipher what Brett had written I was reading Latin! Oh boy. So I stopped, prayed, and asked God to show me what He needed to happen in Junction Choices - SHAZAM! Divine download. Stuff poured out of me; I documented it in flow charts, process diagrams, task lists, action items, etc. It was absolutely amazing. I worked for hours and it felt like minutes.
The best part was my ‘performance anxiety’ (Are they going to like what I came up with? Is it good enough? Will it be accepted?) didn’t crop up when I presented what I produced. God had said all the stuff, I just documented it. What I presented to the CEO of Junction Choices should be what was expected – or even better! Needless to say, she was more than pleased! I have been working that way ever since. You should see what God has in store for her business!
I spend most days working at my laptop or reading and summarizing books. The evenings are mostly filled with reading too. I have met a few people from the church and have attended a few functions (ask me about the on-campus church worship service at Johannesburg University – wow, or the home cell group I attended).
God has used the time I am in South Africa to teach me what I was too busy, or too distracted, to learn stateside. Thank you for praying for me when you think of me. I can’t stress enough how much I appreciate your prayers and financial support. Here is the latest from the last posting:
Happy All Saints Day (well almost)!
I have been asked repeatedly “How are you doing…really?” And I thought that in actuality, more than just three or four of you are wondering this. I am doing ok. I can’t say that my time in Africa had been “fun” but it has been abundantly blessed.
God has used this time in Africa to isolate me and teach me several things. One is the true meaning of ‘working for God’. As Christians we are called to “do your work readily, as to the Lord, and not to men” (Ephesians 6:7). I have read this scripture and had been practicing it to the fullness of my knowledge, but I have been shown a whole new aspect working here.
In the terms of business knowledge and background, I don’t have much. Physical Therapy school prepared me for clinical practice – which is WAY different than standard business practice. My post venture assignment has been to implement Junction Choices’ scorecard. When I re-opened it and tried to decipher what Brett had written I was reading Latin! Oh boy. So I stopped, prayed, and asked God to show me what He needed to happen in Junction Choices - SHAZAM! Divine download. Stuff poured out of me; I documented it in flow charts, process diagrams, task lists, action items, etc. It was absolutely amazing. I worked for hours and it felt like minutes.
The best part was my ‘performance anxiety’ (Are they going to like what I came up with? Is it good enough? Will it be accepted?) didn’t crop up when I presented what I produced. God had said all the stuff, I just documented it. What I presented to the CEO of Junction Choices should be what was expected – or even better! Needless to say, she was more than pleased! I have been working that way ever since. You should see what God has in store for her business!
I spend most days working at my laptop or reading and summarizing books. The evenings are mostly filled with reading too. I have met a few people from the church and have attended a few functions (ask me about the on-campus church worship service at Johannesburg University – wow, or the home cell group I attended).
God has used the time I am in South Africa to teach me what I was too busy, or too distracted, to learn stateside. Thank you for praying for me when you think of me. I can’t stress enough how much I appreciate your prayers and financial support. Here is the latest from the last posting:
- Computer issues – I have small windows, but more frequent, to up and download e-mail. There is a cute open aired pub close to here (Mugg & Bean - see picture) that has wi-fi – I am becoming very fond of their Strawberry juice!
- Family – continued peace and protection – I haven’t actually spoken to them in over 3 weeks because of connectivity issues – thank you for your prayers concerning the peace in their hearts
- Protection – no problems – Thank God!
- Spiritual growth and intimacy with God – that I will fully grasp the fullness of God’s love for me – see Ephesians 3:18-19 – I really want this!
- Sleep – I have been sleeping less well due to the heat (90+) and the neighbors pool cleaner coming on at 5:30 am (I affectionately call it the “wall thumper”)
- Discernment / Wisdom – No leads yet beyond December 8th yet. I will return to Seattle, start looking for a job and see what God does!
- Material Needs - access to a car has all but dried up – I have had a few people cart me places but for the most part I am “cottage bound” – seeing the positive, it does keep me focused! Thanks to those of you who have donated additional funds. I do have to pay $2000 for the Cape Town venture and every bit has helped.
Here is an updated “needs” list:
- Computer issues – I will be able to get e-mail up and downloaded in 10 minutes or less!
- Family – continued peace and protection
- Protection – as I move around South Africa - I am really looking forward to going to Cape Town the 31st and being around American accents - I won’t have to listen as hard!
- Spiritual growth and intimacy with God – that I will fully grasp the fullness of God’s love for me – see Ephesians 3:18-19 – I really want this!
- Sleep – I am changing locations again the 31st – please pray that I will be able to sleep in the new surrounding and it won’t take me too long to acclimate!
- Discernment / Wisdom – please ask God that I clearly hear His voice, experience His leading, and begin to determine His direction for my life when:
o I finish the Cape Town venture (where does He want me to stay in CT),
o Return to Joburg for 2 weeks, and then
o Return stateside in December - Insight – I am starting with a new client the 6th of November – please pray that I will understand what they need and am able to communicate it in a way they can understand
- Material Needs - transportation, $$ for supplies, God purposed travel, and the Cape Town equip venture
I can’t thank you enough!
Blessings,
Dena
If you would like to financially help me during my extended stay in Africa or for the equip Cape Town venture please see FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS below.
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