Saturday's Blessing Named "JIMMY"

Lu 18:16 But Jesus called them unto him, and said, 

Suffer little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: 

for of such is the kingdom of God.(KJV)

Saturday's story began with my morning walk.  Half way along I noticed a young boy laying on the side walk asleep.  I prayed for him but like the Pharisee I kept going.  I don't carry money while walking so on the way to the house I just kept thinking about this young very dirty, skinny little boy.  My two sons were at the house when I returned so I ask them to go with me and we found the boy had moved from the side walk to under some bushes sleeping.  Most of these children stay awake at night for safety and then sleep during the day out in public.  We ask if he was hungry and his eyes lite up. Our son Mario who had lived on the street many years ago talked with him so he felt more safe coming to the house.  He had some other food someone had bought for him but when he saw Sister Valerie's waffles and eggs he dove right in.  Mario found some of his son's clothes that we keep around the house and Jimmy went to a little room we have to shower and then continue his rest in safety.  He took our cat to sleep with him and said that he would like some more gringo food to eat later.  We will talk more to him about Jesus when he awakes.  Jimmy is our blessing from the Lord today.  So are all our children.

Christmas Parade

Valerie and Laura Rivera are collaborating on a Christmas float for Family Missions that will be in the San Pedro Sula Christmas Parade on Dec. 3rd.  Just about a month away.  Mrs. Rivera is the organizer for the parade and invited Family Missions to join this year.  It will be advertising for our many business sponsors.  It will also remind people of the "REASON FOR THE SEASON".  Jesus said, "If I be lifted up, I will draw all men unto Me".  I am not sure how this will all come about but the Lord knows and maybe Valerie also.
We will keep you up on the progress.

Jhon

anniversary

It is not really an anniversary as such but after many dates and goals for Jhon's return to Honduras, he has now been here for one week.  Valerie and Mario kept everything going with great results.  
I thought I could return for a time of just observation but it didn't happen.  Some of the ducks scattered when the plane landed and we are still rounding them up.
Six months is a long time to be away.  We were in touch daily but I still forgot about some of the daily hassles that Val and Mario had to deal with.  I am still learning to walk straight and am slowed using my right hand and arm after the open heart surgery.  I have come a long way from not being able to walk just 5 months ago.  I had good care from professionals, loving friends and family when Valerie had to return to Honduras 3 months ago before I could head for home here.
Some mission business things have had to be worked on and several people have expressed they were glad the I didn't die and leave it all on Valerie.  You don't always know how many things are depending on you until there is a permanent hole or just when you are away for a few months.
God has been merciful to me, Valerie and to our family.  Also the mission continues and has new opportunities to share the love of Christ.  I have made one visit to the prison and was well received.  What a bunch of special young men and women.  They all wanted me to know how much they were praying for me.  All those praying for us were felt continually.
I am glad to be out of the cold weather just starting in Oklahoma.  The months of very hot weather in Oklahoma were very testy as I was re-cooping.  Here in San Pedro Sula where it is usually hot or hotter, the weather has cooled off some and comfortable.  I am so glad to be back.
Jhon