I wanted to quickly update you on what God is doing in my life in Louisville.
Church Involvement - A wise man once told me: "Be careful of how invested you get into a small church, because before you know it, you will be leading the worship." Well, his wise words have turned prophetic. Other than helping co-lead our worship, God has opened many doors to serve, teach, and grow with the people at Victory Memorial. Community and church vibrancy has been so much better in 2013 and will continue to progress as we reach the neighborhood with the gospel.
->Pray for our efforts in reaching our Hispanic neighbors with a newly hired Hispanic minister.
->Pray for our Pastor, Scott Lamb, and his family while pastoring a church in a tough environment.
Fall 2013 - I originally applied to go with the IMB to serve for this coming summer, but doors have opened for me to serve in Spain (most likely) this coming Fall. I will be helping teach English in a high school in Southern Spain and seeking to continue gospel relationships that have been formed already. I am stoked to get to spend ~4 months overseas and get some credit with Southern at the same time.
->Pray a prayer of thanks to God for providing finances and pray for continued support of others so that I can do both school and missions.
Seminary - I am taking 15 hours this semester, which might be one too many classes. Along with this, I am helping to lead and organize a Seminary-wide service project in April. We are partnering with 20+ organizations across Louisville and plan to send 250+ volunteers to help meet their pressing needs. I am also helping to lead and serve in other ways across campus as part of the Student Leadership Council. Needless to say, life is very full right now. My favorite class so far has been Islamic Thought: Belief and Practice. It has opened my eyes to much that I was very ignorant of and hostile towards.
->Pray that my necessary busyness would not lead to a hard heart, but sanctification and gospel growth in our city.
I hope you and your families are well! Share with me how I can be praying for you and your communities.
Byron "Training to run a marathon at the end of 2013" Smith
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