Have settled into my west coast base in the Bay Area for the winter. Have finally resumed writing, an evangelistic novel tentatively titled "Librarium." I hope to finish the first full draft soon. Am now residing in a Christian men's house with my friend Dale and a number of other guys. Dale is a warm hearted brother who grows steadily in the Lord.
Had the privilege of intersecting with a home church group near the airport led by an English brother named Neil, who with his wife Takako, have hosted this gathering for eight years. A humble man with whom we had the opportunity to counsel and pray together last night. I am struck by the fact that in two of the four primary passages in the NT on leadership/elders, the theme of humility is prominent. In Paul's address to the Ephesian elders on the beach in Miletus he begins by saying "serving the Lord with all humility," (Acts 20:19). 1 Peter 5 instructs everyone, including the elders, to clothe themselves with humility (v.5) & to humble themselves under the mighty hand of God (v.6)
I am hoping to receive other contacts to interact with. This weekend I head down to LA for a meeting with HC leaders & contacts with other saints. Thank you for your prayers.
Also completed a book by Brian Anderson titled "Overwhelmed by Grace," a clear, Scriptural presentation of God's work in salvation.
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Brian's book is an excellent look at the scriptures that are the basis of what is called "The Doctrines Of Grace". Brian is a humble brother who actively serves his fellow man with the gospel.
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