N. Metro day_3

Each morning we meet in the hotel chapel to prepare our hearts for the day as one large group. This morning was particularly encouraging as the N. Metro team surrounded us (gcmhk team) in prayer. We were lifted up individually by name with partners in the Gospel from the Atlanta area in a hotel chapel in Hong Kong. Crazy.  I know the Lord has done countless things already in each of our hearts thus far, and it’s truly humblying to be fought for by name in prayer.

N. Metro team leader Rob Mcdowell, invited us to share one word that could accurately describe the meditations of our heart over the past few days. Every single response clearly pointed toward the Lord’s faithfulness to his children and undeniably reflected his goodness. We were reminded once again that “He works ALL things for the good of those that love Him, who are called according to His purpose.”  As team members shared, words like ‘excited,’ ‘renewed,’ ‘hopeful,’ ‘joy,’ ‘expectant,’ ‘tired,’ ‘refreshed,’ ‘overwhelmed,’ ’small,’ and ‘loved,’ filled the chapel walls.  It was a beautiful unifying moment.

Today was the second of three designated route days; nothing too different.  We had a blast enjoying each other’s fellowship and joining together in prayer around the city.

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Hung Hom area

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Do you expect anything less from Rob?

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Kowloon walled city

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N. Metro day_1

What a joy it is to have the opportunity to spend the week with this group. They arrived safe and sound late last night (perhaps a little jet lagged), but ready to push further into what missional living is all about. Whether that’s in HK or Atlanta, we all have the opportunity to live with an urgency for the gospel and to carry it well. This college group from North Metro church got to join us as we finished up our first conversational English class with an ice cream & coffee party on CUHK’s campus.  It was so encouraging to see them jump right into conversation with our students in a meaningful and engaging way throughout the night.  Rest assured, the room was filled with laughter, smiles, improving English skills, and the smell of coffee and ice cream; I’m not quite sure what could top that.

Our week is jammed packed so there will be plenty to post along the way. Be sure to check back in soon.

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