Sakeji Bush Talk

20 November 2003 - Page 1

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Dear Sakeji Families,

We continue to thank the Lord for those He has sent us to help in the work here at Sakeji. Whether long-term or short-term workers, each one has jumped right in to the various activities that make up the picture of "Life at Sakeji School." It has been thrilling to see what He is doing in knitting our hearts together in love (see Col. 2:2), "that we may with one mind and one mouth glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ." (see Rom. 15:5,6). Having had foot surgery six weeks ago today, I am thrilled with the 'object lesson' the Lord gives daily of His work in knitting together members of the body. Daily, as the healing process continues, He reminds me that it is His purpose that both feet walk together -- in harmony! -- without even a limp! His ways are wonderful as He selects members for His team here, drawing us from widely scattered countries and walks of life, and knits us together, having breathed into each of us the Spirit of His Life.

Then He asks something akin to His question of Ezekiel of old: "Son of man, can these members (bones) function together?" (see Ezek. 37:3-5) Ezekiel's answer was, "Lord, You know!" He then instructed Ezekiel to speak to those members' saying, "Here the Word of the Lord". How important "regularly hearing the Word of the Lord" is in being workers together!

What a demonstration of God's Power and Wisdom it must have been for Ezekiel to witness that shaking and coming together of those old, dry, lifeless bones. Strong sinews developed before his eyes, and a covering of skin -- and Life was breathed into them -- so that they would know that He was the Lord before whom all men everywhere will one day bow!

Now, this is not intended to be a commentary on Ezekiel's prophecy concerning Israel! but, rather a simple illustration of God's infinite power in making alive those who were dead, bringing us to life in working body -- for the glory of His Name. Pray with us, please, to this end, and thank Him for what He has already done.