Hi, this is David. Joelle said I could occasionally post something on her blog.
This is a cross written in Khmer, the official language in Cambodia. A couple months ago, we were trying to find someone who could translate John 3:16 for us. It is the Bible verse we are using which ties into our retreat theme "God is Love". My dad contacted different places and finally came across Cambodia Planeview Baptist Church right in Wichita! He got the name and phone number of one of the church leaders. He was thrilled to hear about us going to his country and told my dad that he would translate it for us.
We are going to print this verse onto t-shirts so that all the people in each of the families going there can have one. It will also help spread the Word about God when they wear it in their home town.
Hey, David, that is very cool how the Lord puts just the right people in your path when you need them - even to interpret JOHN 3:16 in Khmer! We will be watching your blog! Do you know if I can put this on my Facebook? Luv you! grandma dieckhoff
ReplyDeleteThanks for including a picture of the cross/verse written in Khmer! How are you doing at learning the language? We hope your family will have safe travels and a great experience in Cambodia!
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I'm excited about the service of sending that we are getting ready to share with you and your faith family at Holy Cross this Saturday at worship. I'm also excited about what God has prepared for all of you through this travel and service! I'll be watching this sight and praying for God's blessings.
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