thank you for the Cuba trip support

I got back late Friday night from Cuba. It was a wonderful trip full of adventure as well as seeing what God is doing with the sports ministry in Cuba. Looking back it really is amazing and I am grateful for all the people who make this ministry and these trips possible.

1 Thessalonians 1:2 NLT

We always thank God for all of you and pray for you constantly.

There are several people who give and help for each and every trip I take, and I want to say a huge THANK YOU. Without these friends and faithful believers this would not be possible. Furthermore, people would not hear the Gospel or have an opportunity to see the hand of God in and on their lives.

Then there are the people and workers in Cuba who day in and out are making this ministry a priority and possible. Thank you to the staff across the country, the families of each FCA staff member and all the supports across Cuba that love Jesus and know that He is the truth.

Colossians 4:5 NLT

Live wisely among those who are not believers, and make the most of every opportunity.

There are opportunities all over the place. We can share Jesus and be part of ministry in so many places, and God calls us to do just that. Watch to see where He is working and join Him. That is what we must do.

It was almost 5 years ago that I sat across the table from Alex in Havana, at a place called Lateral. Hard to believe these 11 trips and all the ministry has happened all because of what was shared that day. There was a need, and God spoke to my heart.

I am grateful and say again THANK YOU to all who make these possible. Thank you to my wife and family who are supportive and so kind. Thank you to our church, The Community Fellowship, that allows me to be away and supports so faithfully. THANK YOU to the team who live across the US and go out of their way to support this work. And there are more. Many who make this trip so much stronger. I am grateful!

This week I will share some insight about Christmas, which is one week away, and take aways from this trip to Cuba. I pray they will encourage you. I also pray that these will help you join me in being on mission with this special work God has brought to our attention.

God is good, and there is more to do!

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