Each November we sit in anxious silence as people stand up in random meetings with an announcement. Could God be calling them elsewhere? We receive the letters in our boxes inviting us back and although most of us have been praying over this decision for quite some time - the prayers during the month of November become earnest and desperate for many.
It is ironic and beautiful that during the countdown near the end of November we have the opportunity to celebrate Thanksgiving holidays. It is during this time we are reminded that whatever the decision may be - we have so much to be thankful for and no need to worry - God has a beautiful plan.
As we start this month of November, I ask for your prayers. Not just for the Newell family - but for our BAIS family - our organization's family, Network of International Christian Schools. There are 100s of teachers, administrators, chaplains, counselors, etc. that have a decision to make. Many times this is far more than a choice of location but a prayer for God to reveal himself - because it causes family moves, school changes for children, loss of prayer partners, loss of community, desire to be home, desire for family, needs of aging parents, loss of small groups, new cultural transitions, etc.
God moves us each to a place for a time and a season. Sometimes that is a hard choice because we are so blessed and comfortable where we are serving currently. As this organization prays and considers what God's plan is for them next year - I ask for your faithful prayers.
Lastly, as we lose many wonderful colleagues during this season - please pray for those God will call. Help them to hear God's calling clearly - and even before they know it - help them start preparing their lives for the beautiful, hard transition that is to come.
It is a privilege to come together and pray. It is a privilege to know that many of you who are so far away join us in our prayers here in Indonesia.
Blessings to you all!
