Tankersley Update

Tankersley Praise & Prayer Update View this email in your browser March 2019 Romans 8:28 - And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. NIV   One of the goals for Men For Missions Latin America has been to train and prepare Colombians to cross their own borders in total obedience to Jesus Christ and targeting areas where the US passport isn't welcomed.  Many Colombians desire to replicate the Satura/Men For Missions evangelism model and have responded to God's call to serve in Venezuela this year.  Unfortunately, as the crisis has escalated, the Colombians now feel that it's too dangerous to send their own short-term Men For Missions team at this time.    Time and time again throughout the Bible, God has scattered his people in the midst of suffering and persecution.  It's no different today, the news continues to report of the devastating crisis in Venezuela and we see millions of Venezuelans fleeing their country in survival mode. Many of the people that are fleeing to neighboring countries are our brothers and sisters in Christ.  In February, we had the honor and privilege of serving alongside some of these folks during our evangelism team trip to Medellín, Colombia.   Pictured here are several Venezuelans that are now calling Medellín their temporary home. In the midst of their despair and grief, they are joyfully serving the Lord where He has placed them.  During our time together, several served as translators and others served as church locals.  Both of which are vital parts to our short-term evangelism teams. These valiant Venezuelans with their grateful hearts were such a beautiful testimony to us.  It was obvious that God is protecting, providing and preparing them for a time when they are able to return to their country.    Our team of nine short-termers from the Midwest had no idea how God was going to orchestrate that week of evangelism.  We knew the typical evangelism schedule, which included a different local church and different community each day. However, we were amazed at how God brought an influx of Venezuelans into our lives.  There were those that served with us, those that were standing behind the doors that we knocked on and others were sitting next to us on the plane. If God has touched your heart to minister to Venezuelans, we want to encourage you to be a part of the next evangelism teams to Colombia.  It is highly likely that while serving in Colombia, you will also be serving some of those displaced from Venezuela.   As Men for Missions begins to strategize and prepare for global expansion into 30 countries in 5 years (G5:30), we understand that we may not need to go directly into 30 different countries to prepare and train laymen to DO, GO and GIVE.  We just need to open our eyes and see those that are right in front of us and be aware that God may be bringing them to us.  Please pray for the global expansion of Men For Missions and ask God how you can be a part of it. Blessings, Doug & Cindy Last summer, we met Betsy when she attended our short-term mission workshop at the OMS Illuminate conference.  Betsy was attending the conference to help prepare herself to serve on a missions committee.  After the conference, she felt led to organize the first ever mission conference in her church.  While organizing the conference, she was also obedient as the Lord led her to serve on a short-term team to Haiti and take a couple of church members with her.  This gal is on fire for the Lord and she's contagious.  Thank you for praying for our time in Oakville, Indiana.  We were so encouraged to share in their first missions conference. We shared about our ministry on Friday night, Doug shared with the men's group on Saturday morning while Cindy shared at the women's luncheon, and we both provided a lesson for the Sunday school class.  Our fellowship was sweet and we left with our hearts overflowing.  Betsy and Annie have responded to God's call and will join the evangelism team to Montería, Colombia in May.  Please pray that God will continue to grow the seeds that were planted in this conference.   There are so many ways to support our ministry.  Many pray and give financially.  This group pictured above decided to join with us on an evangelism team to Colombia.  Three of these folks are from the Gibson City Bible Church, our home sending church.  Another one is the president of the Men For Mission cabinet. Not pictured is a precious family that serve on MFM staff.   This team was such an encouragement to us and the work in Colombia. Each one of them have invested in our ministry in so many different ways.  We thank God for every supporter that the Lord has given to us.  1.  Praise the Lord for our recent celebration of 32 years of marriage.   2.  Pray for Doug and 3 other men traveling to Cuba on April 16 - 19 to encourage their local MFM team.  3.  Pray for religious visas to be granted for our June team to Cuba.  Paperwork has been submitted to our Cuban partners. 4.  Pray as we continue to strategize on the global expansion of Men for Missions.  5.  Praise for a great visit and some time of rest in Florida with Doug's mom.  Vision:  Our goal is the Lordship of Jesus Christ in each person's life, at home and around the world. Mission:  Men for Missions challenges men to Do, Go and Give in total obedience to Jesus Christ.   Click above to read how God is using the gifts, talents and resources of every day, ordinary men and women to be a part of His work around the world.  Like & Follow Us on Facebook Please consider a one-time gift - Click "Donate Now"   Cell Phone #: Doug - 317-528-0063 Cindy - 309-989-1111 Mailing Address: 2516 N. Rockwood Drive Peoria, IL 61604 Blog: http://tankersleys.blogspot.com Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

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