OJIF

Author: Marie Williams, OJIF

  • Merry Christmas from OJIF!

    Then they that feared the LORD spake often one to another; and the LORD hearkened, and heard it, and a book of remembrance was written before him for them that feared the LORD, and that thought upon his name.(Malachi 3:16)

    What a joyful truth to ponder as we finish another calendar year! Let’s think upon His name together and try to count our blessings. Grab a cup of coffee, pull up a chair, and let’s speak of some of the great things He has done!

    Let’s talk first of how He continues to grow OJIF beyond our imaginings! The projects have continued, praise the LORD! New work in NE, MO, and even Peru was added to the calendar this year, providing opportunities to meet some wonderful people and to expand our service to more than general carpentry. For example, the church/school Scott, Rusty, and Melba helped with in Peru last spring is finished, and plans proceed to set up the first classes. Scott felt led to help develop an ESL program for the school, so we get to help with that.  What a huge step and area of growth for us!

    Increased teaching and speaking opportunities deepened the scope of some of the group projects this year. The LORD opened doors several times for Scott to teach Adult Sunday School classes and Bible studies. What an unexpected blessing these opportunities have been!

    We encountered some unexpected challenges this year, but God met us there with His lovingkindness, mercy, and grace. He faithfully supplied all our need and then blessed with more. Let us speak together often of His character and blessings to us!

    “Not unto us, O LORD, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory,”

    (Psalm 115:1a)

    Merry Christmas and the Best of New Years!

    Keep looking up!

    Maranatha!

  • What’s Happening?

    What’s Happening?

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    One of the only consistent aspects of this journey in faith we embarked upon 4 years ago, is that nothing is consistent. Projects at Triple S Christian Ranch continued. There will always be projects. That was expected. However, this time, Scott enjoyed several opportunities to share God’s Word through teaching the Adult Sunday School class and Wednesday evening Bible Study. He gave a comprehensive overview of the book of Romans which highlights the audience and purpose of this essential letter. This book just happens to be Scott’s favorite book in the Bible, so we were delighted when he kept the lessons within the given time frame :)! What an unexpected blessing this opportunity was!

    Another unexpected blessing came in the form of our friends, Dan and Jenny, who joined us our first week at the ranch. Scott and Dan feasted on God’s word and an abundance of food at the Fall Men’s Conference, hosted by Triple S. Then the work began. Dan’s expertise with anything machine related came in handy as he worked to tear down one of the boys’ cabins while Scott hauled the demolished materials to the burn pile. Jenny stained the new girls’ cabin and part of the new girls’ shower cabin. I helped, but mostly dripped stain everywhere :). So much was accomplished during their week-long stay! We certainly appreciated the help and fellowship!

    More OJIF

    Freedom Baptist Church, as you may remember from previous videos and mentions in our newsletter, is a church recently celebrating their third anniversary. They joined us at SBC in Sinclair, WY, this summer for a fast-paced project.

    Scott and I came to know the folks at FBC through Triple S Christian Ranch, because until their new church is built, FBC meets on the Triple S campus. It has been a blessing beyond measure, to watch this body of believers grow in faith and in numbers. In fact, they may be overflowing before work is complete on the new church building! Work on the outside is done. The focus now turns to the inside. Please pray for this ministry and the much-needed completion of this new church building.

    Thanks for joining us on our journey in faith!

    Keep looking up, and Maranatha!

  • Opportunities to Serve and Pray

    Freedom Baptist Church, Rose Bud, AR

    As you may remember from previous videos and mentions in our newsletter, FBC is a new church, who recently celebrated their 3rd anniversary. They joined us in Sinclair, WY, this summer for a fast-paced project. Scott and I came to know the folks at FBC through Triple S Christian Ranch, because until their new church is built, FBC meets on the Triple S campus. It has been amazing, and a blessing beyond measure, to watch this body of believers grow in faith and numbers. In fact, they may be overflowing before work is complete on the new building! Please pray for this ministry and the much-needed completion of the new building.

    Missionary Acres, Silva, MO

    Please pray for these sweet folks who have dedicated their lives in service to our Lord and Savior. They desperately need help ranging from full-time lawncare to carpentry work. Carpentry work is completed as funding is available, so donations to the Acres would also be welcome.

    Peru

    A curriculum has been chosen for the new school, First Baptist Academy of Pachacamac, scheduled to open in March 2025. Praise the LORD and thank you for all your prayerful support! The challenge of finding a self-paced K-6 English as a second language curriculum remains. As always, watch for updates on other resources this fledgling school may need.