Kenya Trip Objectives

Phil asked Johnny Brynan to come up with a clear objective for their time together in Kenya. This is what John wrote on Sept 11. Phil sent it to the rest of the team.

"I think a clear objective for our time together would be that we work in unity to construct guest houses that will be a major benefit to the people of this area. I envision many visitors coming to this neglected area, bringing blessings to the (local people) because of these guest houses. We are going to be the ones to make the sacrifice of love to complete the project. By sacrifice, I mean we will be cramped into our house somewhat like a dormitory. Not much privacy and only one bathroom for twelve people. We do have an outhouse though. But for the visitors who return and for those who visit in the future, they will have a great home base to work from. The underlying theme of this mission trip is to bring the gospel, medical help and encouragement to the people here by way of guest houses. A side benefit will be our interaction with the people here. They will just love all of you, and you them. Another side benefit will be that we will all be drawn closer together as brothers and sisters because of our time together. Not all of us are craftsmen. Some will prepare meals, some are carpenters, some masons, some will help wherever they are needed. We will all share meals together and at night have a devotional and sing under the stars. I know this is going to be a great time for all of us. I am excited about it. Philippians 2:2-5 comes to mind as good verses for this trip. 'Fulfill ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory, but in lowliness of mind, let each esteem others better than themselves. Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others. Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus. '
I would also encourage each person coming to have his or her home church upholding them in prayer. I think it is a good plan for each person to select at least three or four close friends or family members to keep them in constant prayer throughout the entire time. God is ready to do great things through us as we yield to Him.~~Your brother, Johnny"
Please keep praying for the team.