VISA Run

Well, so it looks like we're going to have to do a Visa run so we will be heading to Malaysia.  We are excited about having a little break.  But we sure would appreciate your prayers as having a change in our Visa could become pretty complicated and stressful.  Not sure if we will see any of these places but I just wanted to give you a taste of Malaysia.  We will be leaving early next week,

Cecil

Future Team

                             

So we would just like to introduce you to our future teammates! Jon and Bonnie Esau!  They have two fantastic children, Callie and Merick.  We met the Esau family back in 2009 on our Vision Trip to Thailand.  We really "hit it off" and we're able to really connect with the Esau family.  They have been in Thailand for just over 3 years and they currently live in Chonburi--about an hour from Bangkok.  We recently took both our families to the Province that we're praying The Lord leads us, with is the province of Rayong.  Just so that we are clear it is not 100% that we would move to that province, but we do feel that The Lord is leading us in that direction.  In fact, our team is not necessarily complete.  We may have other people or families join our team, but as of now it would be at least the Esau's and us.  Please continue to pray for our families, that The Lord would continue to guide us in a might and unified way.  We are praying about our families moving to the new location either March or April of next year.  Thanks for taking the time to read and for being interested on how Jesus is involved in our lives.

Cecil

The Tingle Family

I, Cecil, feel so blessed to have Bob and Jana Tingle as my in-laws.  It was so wonderful to have them come over and be able to see our life and be part of the rhythm of Thailand.  The boys LOVE seeing their "Gangee" and "Pop Pop."  It truly is amazing to know that someone can jump on a plane and in less than 24 hours be walking into our front door, but not before they take their shoes off of course...I mean this is Thailand after all 😉.

We love and miss you guys so much...thank you for coming to visit Gangee and Pop Pop.

Cecil

Gym Ministry

So besides just taking some goofy pictures, there is actually a method to my madness.  You might have seen some pictures of me getting into some Muay Thai here.  That gym actually closed down and a friend of mine decided to open another gym of his own.  Well, this has been a wonderful way to invite people who are Buddhist and don't know Jesus to be part of a gym environment and rub shoulders with other Christians.  I am very much looking forward to seeing how The Lord is going to use this avenue for His glory.

Cecil

Birthday Blessing

So recently our teacher Khru Pai had her birthday.  Tracy and I decided to decorate the room, actually I-Cecil-distracted her and Tracy did the decorating.  When she came in the room to teach us...well, she was speechless.  She said no one had ever done such a thing for her Birthday.  It was a small gesture that went a long way.  We are truly thankful to Jesus that he has placed her in our life.  

Cecil

Tutoring and taking into the next step

So when Tracy and I were approached a few months ago in regard to teaching English I jumped at the idea.  I must say that I had some reservations because it has been a few years. Since I have taught English.  I have had a blast getting to know Jay and Kim.  We have met for the past month and a half and it has been a wonderful experience.  It is not only fun for me it is, more importantly, it has been a great opportunity to get to know them.  As far as evangelism is concerned we recently went through Genesis chapter one...that was such an incredible experience.  The next time we meet we will go through chapter two.  I am praying that as they learn with regard to creation that The Lord would speak to their souls.  So I am looking forward to future teaching moments with them, and I really pray that the Holy Spirit works in their heart.

Traditional Night

So Tracy and I went to a Thai cultural dinner and traditional dance.  This was truly a marvelous experience.  I noticed all so the exquisite and delicious food that was offered.  I looked around the room and noticed many families sitting literally on the floor and enjoying their meals on cushions.  In the states no one would want to sit on the ground or families wouldn't bring their small children to an event such as this one.  But I was pleased to see small children enjoying the food and live entertainment.  The tradition dancers were certainly interesting, especially when their fingers and hands were bent far back.  One of the most entertaining parts was when they asked me to go up on stage as a volunteer and dance alongside other volunteers.  Of course I didn't want to be culturally insensitive so I went up there.  This night was a great experience learning more of the culture of Thailand.  It seems that every time I am able to have these opportunities to learn more about the culture the deeper my understanding is of the people and world of Thailand.  The very end of the show consisted of tribal dances outside, and there were many talented individuals from the North of Thailand.  It was especially wonderful to be with the Pinault's and Owens.

Cecil