By Him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to His name. Hebrews 13:15
Dear Friends, family, and fellow-laborers,
We certainly have much for which to praise and thank our God. Over the past few months we have seen five folks baptized. Three of these have just been saved since summer. Two families have joined the church. God continues to bless as we minister among the Hualapai. Pray for Danny and Ruth, Arleen and Kirby, Terri, Melina, and Tacie as they continue to grow in Christ. Melina and Tacie are also students in our home-school co-op.
We now have eleven in our co-op with a possible twelfth joining after Christmas. Or home-school parents are noticing the difference a Christian education is making in their children's lives. There is already interest from other families wanting to home-school next school year. Sherry is busy teaching the young ones up through grade two. Steve is monitoring those third grade and up.
Our family was invited to a mission's conference in North Carolina held the first part of November. We were certainly blessed by the host church and the generosity of our host family. While there we were also able to see our daughter Jackie attending Ambassador Baptist College, too!
Here at home, we continue to settle into our new house. We love the location and hope to have many guest come by and visit. The family is doing very well. Church and school schedules keep us busy, but that's why we are here. We love the ministry into which our Lord has called us. Our Hualapai people are such a blessing. Your prayers for us are also felt daily, thank you! We also thank God for the faithful support of so many over the years and trust His blessings will be upon you as you continue to be a blessing to others.
May you have a meaningful and joyous Christmas!
For God's Glory,
the Steve De Ford family
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Steve De Ford
Director Independent Baptist Indian Mission
3880 Stockton Hill Rd. #103-438
Kingman, AZ 86409
928-200-2392
Only fear the Lord, and serve Him in truth with all your heart; for consider how great things He hath done for you. I Samuel 12:24
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