WAGONER WEEKLY 081130
These days we are being reminded that starting a church is quick & easy... Nurturing and building up believers is a long and laborious process. Attendance at the Kingereka church has been very sporatic lately. Nonetheless, we press forward knowing that God has promised His Word will not return void, and that the gates of hell shall not prevail against the Body of Christ.
Today I preached from the traditional Baptist Church Covenant which we have translated into Kiswahili and use in all of our churches. The covenant provides the basis of an agreement of promise into which the membership of a local congregation enters. We are excited about chartering the church on Christmas Day by receiving official membership of those who desire to unite with this fellowship.
Mama John returned to the service today. I had a very good talk with her after the service. She professed her faith in Christ and wants to be baptized on Christmas Day. Glory!
We are also planning for Moses and Helena's official wedding on December 28th. Pray that all will go well for this momentous occassion for this couple.