What shall we do?

As I am on this trip, I wonder to myself, "why?" The trip is valid on its own merits. It is a privilege for me to teach these men and women who are called to ministry, and I consider myself blessed to have a church that sees the importance of this type of ministry.

However, is this the end of it? Or is God calling us to more? I have met several missionaries in the area, and there needs beyond imagination here. I saw a friend from my old youth group--its been at least 20 years--and he is serving in Nairobi with the IMB. I have also met a couple who are training pastors in Tanzania and need $100 a month to help support this important effort. There are needs in the college, and the local churches need discipleship, evangelism, and financial help. Of course, the needs are too many for one church to fill.

So I am wondering: Is it just a one-time deal for SHBC to participate in this, or do we dare think of coming as a group to serve.

I realize this is controversial because many think we should serve at home. I agree. So let's serve at home, and also consider how SHBC can best fulfill the Great Commission by going to the whole world.