Holden is holding down the fort! Sorry. Couldn’t resist. However, we do need to keep up. And some specific thoughts and actions will help us support Holden. About that I am very serious!
Holden In Samana
This summer’s work in Samana has been unusual. In light of my title, we’ll say Samana: Episode 1 began with Alex. And you may remember a post or two (our Facebook page) about him getting things started. Then the big group joined Alex. That began Samana: Episode 2. Three days later, Holden joined the big group. And for four days we were all working together.
Holden & Zoila after church July 7. Zoila is pastor Jerlin’s wife.
Then all but one of us left to come home. That was this past Friday. And that began Samana: Episode 3. And since things were so busy while we were all together there wasn’t much time to keep everyone up to date on the mission. Then we add to that the fact that I spent the last in-country day very sick and endured the travel day – still sick!
So, this post and some to follow will give you some needed insights on what was an awesome mission week – despite my afflictions! And then it will be necessary to continue updating everyone about Holden’s activities. You will need to know some things. Please keep reading.
Encourage One Another
Hebrews 3:13 says we should encourage one another daily. That can be done several ways. But if the target of your encouragement is in another country then some of those methods won’t really work. Snail mail is one that simply doesn’t have time to work. A card sent today might arrive by the time Holden comes home. Another thing that won’t help encourage Holden is social media. He’s not on Facebook, etc.
Prayer is the best encouragement. I Timothy 2:1 instructs us to pray for others. No matter how much I might be willing to help a loved one, God’s help is better and greater. I will do what I can, but praying brings God’s power into the encouragement equation. That said, it really helps the ‘target’ of my encouragement to know prayers are being offered on their behalf. So what is the best way to let Holden know you are praying for him?
For right now, the COMMENTS section below my sign-off. I’ve yet to figure out why people seem reluctant to use the comment section. So a word may be in order…
Christian sites are targets for people who want hate everything about faith. They can (and do) post all kinds of vile things in comment boxes. HOWEVER, we use a service called Disqus (sounds like ‘discuss’). A person signs in ONE TIME and they become a known commentator. That keeps many of the haters out. The comment box isn’t just open and sitting there to be abused.
Shot of the morning class on Monday, July 8.
Second, I moderate the comments. If someone makes inappropriate statements they never make it to the blog page. That’s the WHY of what we do with comments.
Sharing With Holden
So, let me give you some info and encouragement. First, I am exploring a way you can use this site to contact Holden directly (like an email). Second, until and if that is able to be done, please use these posts as a reminder to type a short word to Holden. He’s watching the site so it’s safe to say he will see your comments. And of course, if you know him and have his personal email you can use that as well. But your comment here might be the encouragement someone else needs to engage this process! Thanks…
Soli Deo Gloria!
This is a member-supported ministry. Holden is just one piece of a bigger picture. I like to think of our members as Helping Hands. More hands are need to help and YOU can join in. Check that out HERE – Thanks much!
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Holden, just want you to know that I am proud of you for serving in this way. Also, I want you to know that I will be praying for you. May you bless and be blessed while there!
Thanks, Wayne. Holden is doing a good job and I know he will have a great time.
Thank you Keith for the update!
Holden, I am so proud of you!! What a huge step you’ve made to be faithful to the Lord’s calling. I know that your students will be a blessing to you and you to them.
May God continue to bless you.
All my love, Mom
Thanks, Leigh!
Holden, God has blessed you with so many spiritual gifts. You inspire me with your passion to share those gifts with others. I have enjoyed this small glimpse into the time you have spent with such a special group of people. I hope I get to hear about your experience when you get home. Stay safe and God Bless! ❤️
Holden,
I am so very proud of your decision to go when He has asked you, “go ye into the world.” I know you are blessing those precious people. I also know you will be blessed and rewarded for your faithfulness and obedience. God is equipping you with something really BIG! I am blessed to be able to watch it unfold. Have a great day and eat something new today! Lol !!! The Baggetts are praying for you on this incredible journey for our King! Love you!
In HIS grip,
Allison
Allison!!! Thanks a bunch. It’s good to see people connecting here. Glad one of them is you!
Love you back!!! Hey whose watering my plant?🤣🤣😉
Plants are great. About to get into the next sized pot. Getting lots of TLC . They will get to you! 🙂
Holden, There are no words to express how proud I am of you and your love, dedication and most of all, your faithfulness to share your gifts from God to others. The smile on your face in the photos and the video from Sunday, confirm that you are exactly where you are suppose to be right now. I have caught myself thinking of you while driving to and from work and trying to imagine what you must be feeling with all that you are surrounded with in the DR. Know you are being not only thought of but prayed for by the Green family. We love you!!
Thanks, Penny. Holden and I correspond daily. He is up to date on this thread!
I know you are such a blesssing and wonderful Christian example for the kids you are working with in the DR! We are thinking of you and praying for you!! The Wrights
Thanks, Kathy. We will have updates on Holden. Please check back 🙂
Holden, Just wanted to let you know that I had you on my mind. Hope you are having a great week. Continued prayer for you!! Much Love, Penny
Thanks, Penny. A ‘Holden Update’ will be posted this afternoon!
Hey Holden! You were on my heart this am. Continued prayers for health and safety while God uses you in a mighty way! Btw your house is coming on! Send us some new snaps!❤️ Much love!
In HIS grip,
Allison