Tuesday, July 29

Tuesday was perhaps our most laid-back day of the trip so far. Bill and I (Ryan) went along with Colin to his weekly Bible study with one of the newest Christians here, Mark. Mark is an impressive guy in that he sought the truth out, studied via the correspondence course the church here offers, and contacted Colin with his desire to be baptized into Christ (Galatians 3:27) to have his sins washed away (Acts 22:16). Mark is an outstanding Bible student with a heart as sincere and hungry for knowledge as I have seen. I can forsee great things in service to God in Mark's future, and Colin's weekly studies with him are strengthening his faith and knowledge of God's word. After the study, Mark treated us to -- what else -- tea and biscuits (cookies).

While we were with Mark, Lisa took Kelly and Jewell to a local linen shop. Northern Ireland (especially the Belfast area) has long been known for producing some of the world's finest and most sought after linen. They enjoyed their time together.

We had a pretty good crowd for the gospel meeting this evening. Afterward, we celebrated Colin's birthday, as he turned 42 today.

Wednesday is the last evening of our gospel meeting. Our prayers will be that we end on a high note, and that all whose hearts have heard the word will be inspired to be more like Christ on daily basis.

Check back in tomorrow for our next report.

Thanks for reading!

-- Ryan & Kelly

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