If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.”
      – Nelson Mandela

You and I are the ambassadors of the most important message ever entrusted to mankind. It is not a message which we can risk fumbling. It must be proclaimed with every chance we get, with the utmost urgency and accuracy. And we must do all that we can to communicate it not only to the mind, but to the heart.

It is with this deep conviction that BJ and I have enrolled in an intensive Modern Hebrew course at Tel Aviv University for this summer. Although, most Israelis understand English, it does not speak to their hearts. And it is our responsibility and desire to communicate the good news of our Messiah to their hearts. Were we to only speak with them in English, the burden of clear communication and understanding would be on them. And if they are uninterested in our message, they may not make enough effort to fully grasp it. But if we are equipped to share this precious truth with them in their heart language, the burden of communication remains with us, and we can ensure that the message is properly expressed. We are passionate about making the truth of Jesus our Messiah as accessible and easy to understand as possible for every Israeli we meet.

If you share our passion, would you please commit to praying with us that the Lord will provide the funds we need to acquire this vital training? The cost of this course must be paid from funds outside of our Chosen People Ministries account. We must raise $2,500 for the course and related expenses. Thank you for praying and trusting with us that God will provide for this important preparation to come to fruition.

Please continue praying with us as BJ finishes this semester at Moody, and we pursue further treatments for Carissa’s various health concerns. This has been a demanding semester for us, and we are eager for the opportunities and change of pace the summer brings. We are so thankful for the many ways God is stretching, equipping and using us for His purposes, and for your partnership with us in it all.