Yesterday was youth group which went well, we had a lesson and a movie, with carmel pop-corn, made by my fellow missionary. However during the day I walked around in the sun looking for an mp3 player to record the sermons on to listen to hopefully help me learn Spanish better. I've got to be more careful with the sun, it is easy to get dehydrated.
So during youth group I started to not feel so good. So I had to leave a bit early. The nights sleep was not the best. This mornings sermon was not very expressive. I felt bad about that. I didn't eat too much lunch then slept a lot this afternoon. Which helped to get me ready for the opportunity to share at another church this evening. Praise God I felt a lot better I had the opportunity to share from Acts 4:1-12. It was more expressive I think. Thank you so much for praying. It helps me keep healthy and going, and encouraged. Please remember Martin my translator in prayer. It is complicated to translate and not so easy. Pray for his voice which gets sore after speaking for a long time. I had a blast also meetings Martin's soon to be little step sister. She was full of energy and so cute.
God is good in all things. We need to praise Him in the Good times, and we need to praise Him in what we see as bad times.
Remember these both can be a glory to God.
Praise God!
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Greetings in our most Precious Savior who is ever Faithful
How are you doing? God is good, doing things beyond us.
Dante and Josue came to youth group along with Renato, Jean Pierre, Melony, and Vikki.
Missed Carlitos not sure where he was at, perhaps working. Martin is enjoying translating more
and more I think he said he felt expressive. That is really neat. After Bible study which was
on Prayer. We made frozen coffee smoothies, with frozen coffee, leche, and azucar. Chocolate powder
and vanilla. We were going to try volley ball earlier on but I think it was given up for cards, and watching soccer
on TV. The guys stayed awhile longer than the gals, watching Peru versus Venezuela. Peru won I think! Then we
had a little food afterwards, thanks for the sloppy joe meat Techi.
Renato, and Carlitos came early and helped setup. Carlitos is fun gave him a couple cups of coffee later on he came
out with a hat and trying to sell tickets. He is fun.
This morning Huegle led off with prayer and music. Dante helped with playing the guitar and Carlitos also helped in singing.
We spoke on Genesis 1 - 2:3 about God shown through creation. Martin said he really likes to translate. That is wonderful
to hear.
Papi Ricardo and Mami stayed here for lunch Mami made lunch (Sorry Techi I can't remember your mom's name
can you please remind me of it again.) It was good it helped me with spanish, like I think I'm to go to where Mami works
tomorrow for lunch and I think Papi is going to take me on his motorcycle. It was a good lunch
with chicken, rice, and yuka, plus some cucumber, tomato, and onion salad. With some Uva (Grape) juice to drink which was
really good. They mentioned about Delwin setting at the head of the table and where Techi, Marcos, Lucas, and Sarah sit. They
miss you, Delwin, Techi and family.
Papi Ricardo helped with counting the offering like was setup. I feel bad, that I can't talk easier or more with them I want
to learn spanish quickly. I guess the most important is practice, practice, practice.
This afternoon, at 3 to go with Alfredo, family, Dante, and Carlitos to Cumbaza river for swimming. Possibly being with Alfredo
and family this evening.
Tomorrow will probably be studying for Wednesday's Bible Study, to get it to Martin hopefully tomorrow so he can prepare amidst his busy
schooling, and work schedule.
Hoping to get ahead for next weekend as well, it will be busier with Saturday, Sunday morning and evening. All is good though.
I'll need to get a jump on it early some would like to visit Moyobamba on Thursday and I would like to visit the capital city
of San Martin as well.
Thank you for your continued prayers, as God continues to move, for it is beyond me in so many ways. It is of God. A challenge
somehow if you would step out in faith to see God work wondrously.
God bless,
Tu hermano en Cristo,
Jonathan
Dante and Josue came to youth group along with Renato, Jean Pierre, Melony, and Vikki.
Missed Carlitos not sure where he was at, perhaps working. Martin is enjoying translating more
and more I think he said he felt expressive. That is really neat. After Bible study which was
on Prayer. We made frozen coffee smoothies, with frozen coffee, leche, and azucar. Chocolate powder
and vanilla. We were going to try volley ball earlier on but I think it was given up for cards, and watching soccer
on TV. The guys stayed awhile longer than the gals, watching Peru versus Venezuela. Peru won I think! Then we
had a little food afterwards, thanks for the sloppy joe meat Techi.
Renato, and Carlitos came early and helped setup. Carlitos is fun gave him a couple cups of coffee later on he came
out with a hat and trying to sell tickets. He is fun.
This morning Huegle led off with prayer and music. Dante helped with playing the guitar and Carlitos also helped in singing.
We spoke on Genesis 1 - 2:3 about God shown through creation. Martin said he really likes to translate. That is wonderful
to hear.
Papi Ricardo and Mami stayed here for lunch Mami made lunch (Sorry Techi I can't remember your mom's name
can you please remind me of it again.) It was good it helped me with spanish, like I think I'm to go to where Mami works
tomorrow for lunch and I think Papi is going to take me on his motorcycle. It was a good lunch
with chicken, rice, and yuka, plus some cucumber, tomato, and onion salad. With some Uva (Grape) juice to drink which was
really good. They mentioned about Delwin setting at the head of the table and where Techi, Marcos, Lucas, and Sarah sit. They
miss you, Delwin, Techi and family.
Papi Ricardo helped with counting the offering like was setup. I feel bad, that I can't talk easier or more with them I want
to learn spanish quickly. I guess the most important is practice, practice, practice.
This afternoon, at 3 to go with Alfredo, family, Dante, and Carlitos to Cumbaza river for swimming. Possibly being with Alfredo
and family this evening.
Tomorrow will probably be studying for Wednesday's Bible Study, to get it to Martin hopefully tomorrow so he can prepare amidst his busy
schooling, and work schedule.
Hoping to get ahead for next weekend as well, it will be busier with Saturday, Sunday morning and evening. All is good though.
I'll need to get a jump on it early some would like to visit Moyobamba on Thursday and I would like to visit the capital city
of San Martin as well.
Thank you for your continued prayers, as God continues to move, for it is beyond me in so many ways. It is of God. A challenge
somehow if you would step out in faith to see God work wondrously.
God bless,
Tu hermano en Cristo,
Jonathan
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Greetings in the Lord's Faithfulness
-Last Saturday was the first youth group I was involved in teaching. Praise God for the
faithful youth that came. Jean Pierre, Renato, Melony, and even someone they knew who was staying with them Aldo came. Praise God!
-Wednesday Papi Ricardo opened up service. He lead a few songs, read Joshua 1:9. Then myself and Martin shared from Genesis 12:1-9
What an encouragement it is to see the church coming together and helping in the time of need.
-Today we have Reunion de Adolescentes (Youth Group) I hope it will also go well.
-Praise God for Martin who has been translating for me. He is very faithful. He is even working at his dad's shop and also attending University. Pray for His courage and strength.
-Yesterday Dante invited me over to his house for lunch. Thanks to Doris his mom for the wonderful meal.
-This past Thursday Jean Pierre helped with putting some diesel in the pickup, even simple things are much
harder as you're learning to communicate.
I thank God for those who are stepping up and helping us out.
Thank you for your steadfast prayers in the Lord Jesus Christ who is ever faithful,
Tu hermano en Cristo,
Jonathan
faithful youth that came. Jean Pierre, Renato, Melony, and even someone they knew who was staying with them Aldo came. Praise God!
-Wednesday Papi Ricardo opened up service. He lead a few songs, read Joshua 1:9. Then myself and Martin shared from Genesis 12:1-9
What an encouragement it is to see the church coming together and helping in the time of need.
-Today we have Reunion de Adolescentes (Youth Group) I hope it will also go well.
-Praise God for Martin who has been translating for me. He is very faithful. He is even working at his dad's shop and also attending University. Pray for His courage and strength.
-Yesterday Dante invited me over to his house for lunch. Thanks to Doris his mom for the wonderful meal.
-This past Thursday Jean Pierre helped with putting some diesel in the pickup, even simple things are much
harder as you're learning to communicate.
I thank God for those who are stepping up and helping us out.
Thank you for your steadfast prayers in the Lord Jesus Christ who is ever faithful,
Tu hermano en Cristo,
Jonathan
Monday, September 1, 2008
Greetings from Tarapoto, San Martin, Peru,
Greetings from Tarapoto, San Martin, Peru,
I safely arrived in Lima, Peru on the 18th of August in the evening. I waited a little while for Techy Fowler, Delwin's wife to meet up with myself
and another missionary from Canada. We spent a few days in Lima, getting some paperwork done for Vikki the other missionary and also doing some shopping.
I didn't need to get a visa extension because the Lord provided at Immigration, the man gave me 183 days the normal is 90 days. Praise God! Thank you so much
for praying about that.
While here the opportunities right off look to be preaching on Sunday mornings in Genesis 1-11 and Bible study on Wednesday evenings in Genesis 12-50. Also
the opportunity to be involved in teaching discipleship/evangelism with/to the youth on Saturdays. Who knows what other opportunities God will open up. One is
being involved more with Martin, my translator, who will be teaching me Spanish also. He is a very smart young man who knows Spanish, much English and even some
Hebrew. At the time of writing this email we have already met twice for lessons, pray for his time table. Because He is busy with working at his dad's copy shop,
going to the University and helping me.
On another note, a couple people have asked about if I needed support while I'm here. A bit of information on that, I'm a Missionary here with
One Way Evangelistic Ministries based out of Cheyenne, Wyoming. As far as prayer support please definitely keep praying for me, this is what helps keep a
missionary going on the field. It is a powerful tool, someday perhaps we will understand how very powerful of a tool it truly is.
On the financial side there is a need also but this is something I want in God's hands if you would talk to God about this and you are directed to help.
Then please email me at Jonathan@customgraphicwork.com with any questions. Please know that God is providing through you thank you so much.
This is very great praise to God.
Please pray for my quick, understanding, and learning of Spanish. I would love to talk, and minister more and more with the people here. Please pray that deputation
will go very good for Delwin, Techy & family the missionary family who's big shoes myself, Vikki and the church will be trying to fill. Please pray for my fellow missionary
here, as she prepares more for teaching of Delwin & Techy's children when they come back from the states. Pray for her housing. She will also help out in other ways
such as with youth and no doubt more.
Please also pray for decisions about Peru, perhaps the Lord will have me to minister here full time. Lord willing I'll be here until December 20th when I'll be returning
to the states, pray for future direction.
My mailing address here in Peru is.
Delwin Fowler
c/o Jonathan Koehn
JR. Jose Pardo 317
Tarapoto -- San Martin
Peru, South America
(Note if you send mail, postal or package please send it
by normal postal mail not by a carrier like UPS the hassle
is great and we may not receive it even. Thank you)
Phone Number:
011-5142-529-566
Thank you so much,
Tu hermano en Cristo,
Your brother in Christ,
Jonathan
I safely arrived in Lima, Peru on the 18th of August in the evening. I waited a little while for Techy Fowler, Delwin's wife to meet up with myself
and another missionary from Canada. We spent a few days in Lima, getting some paperwork done for Vikki the other missionary and also doing some shopping.
I didn't need to get a visa extension because the Lord provided at Immigration, the man gave me 183 days the normal is 90 days. Praise God! Thank you so much
for praying about that.
While here the opportunities right off look to be preaching on Sunday mornings in Genesis 1-11 and Bible study on Wednesday evenings in Genesis 12-50. Also
the opportunity to be involved in teaching discipleship/evangelism with/to the youth on Saturdays. Who knows what other opportunities God will open up. One is
being involved more with Martin, my translator, who will be teaching me Spanish also. He is a very smart young man who knows Spanish, much English and even some
Hebrew. At the time of writing this email we have already met twice for lessons, pray for his time table. Because He is busy with working at his dad's copy shop,
going to the University and helping me.
On another note, a couple people have asked about if I needed support while I'm here. A bit of information on that, I'm a Missionary here with
One Way Evangelistic Ministries based out of Cheyenne, Wyoming. As far as prayer support please definitely keep praying for me, this is what helps keep a
missionary going on the field. It is a powerful tool, someday perhaps we will understand how very powerful of a tool it truly is.
On the financial side there is a need also but this is something I want in God's hands if you would talk to God about this and you are directed to help.
Then please email me at Jonathan@customgraphicwork.com with any questions. Please know that God is providing through you thank you so much.
This is very great praise to God.
Please pray for my quick, understanding, and learning of Spanish. I would love to talk, and minister more and more with the people here. Please pray that deputation
will go very good for Delwin, Techy & family the missionary family who's big shoes myself, Vikki and the church will be trying to fill. Please pray for my fellow missionary
here, as she prepares more for teaching of Delwin & Techy's children when they come back from the states. Pray for her housing. She will also help out in other ways
such as with youth and no doubt more.
Please also pray for decisions about Peru, perhaps the Lord will have me to minister here full time. Lord willing I'll be here until December 20th when I'll be returning
to the states, pray for future direction.
My mailing address here in Peru is.
Delwin Fowler
c/o Jonathan Koehn
JR. Jose Pardo 317
Tarapoto -- San Martin
Peru, South America
(Note if you send mail, postal or package please send it
by normal postal mail not by a carrier like UPS the hassle
is great and we may not receive it even. Thank you)
Phone Number:
011-5142-529-566
Thank you so much,
Tu hermano en Cristo,
Your brother in Christ,
Jonathan
--
Jonathan Koehn in Peru, South America
serving as a missionary with One Way Evangelistic Ministries.
Website: http://jonathankoehn.customgraphicwork.com
Jonathan Koehn in Peru, South America
serving as a missionary with One Way Evangelistic Ministries.
Website: http://jonathankoehn.customgraphicwork.com
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Vaction Bible School, and Cedar Mountain Retreat Photos
Here are some photos of Vacation Bible School at Richfield Bible Church, and also some of Cedar Mountain Retreat. These where taken by my sister Chandra mostly.
If you all have any questions please feel free to email me at Jonathan@customgraphicwork.com
In Christ,
Jonathan
If you all have any questions please feel free to email me at Jonathan@customgraphicwork.com
In Christ,
Jonathan
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
New Slideshow of ministry, friends, added
Greetings this blog has been updated with a slide show off to the right side hopefully that will be encouraging for you all.
Sincerely,
Jonathan
PS. Perhaps soon I'll have some Vacation Bible School pictures soon.
Sincerely,
Jonathan
PS. Perhaps soon I'll have some Vacation Bible School pictures soon.
Friday, August 1, 2008
Praise God for plane tickets
Greetings,
I was concerned about plane tickets as the date to go to Peru got closer and closer. Plane tickets have been purchased praise God! Lord willing on the 18th of August in the morning I will fly out of Las Vegas, from there to Houston, and then to Lima where Techy Fowler will meet up with myself and another missionary coming in. We will spend a day or so in Lima getting Visa Extensions Lord willing to extend our visas from 90 days up to 5 months. On the 21st of August we will fly from Lima to Tarapoto where we will settle in for a few days before Delwin, Techy & family come to the states for deputation.
If you would like to meet them they will be sharing at the missions conference this fall at Frontier School of the Bible also they will be sharing at the Bible Church in Lindon, Utah on the 28th of September.
While in Peru Lord willing I'll be preaching most Sundays, teaching most Wednesdays, and helping out with youth group on Saturdays. It will be busy but good, I will also be learning Spanish while I'm there. Pray that I learn fast, and that it gets ingrained into me also that I will fit into the culture.
Lord willing I will be returning around the 20th of December from Lima and flying into Las Vegas as well.
Throughout the time in Peru I will be praying about coming back there full time as a missionary there is much need there especially in training, and planting good Bible based churches.
Thank you for your continued prayer and help.
In Christ,
Jonathan
PS. Please pray for Vacation Bible School this next week at my home church Richfield Bible Church.
Pray for the ministry that continues on here. Pray for the youth group to grow in God.
I was concerned about plane tickets as the date to go to Peru got closer and closer. Plane tickets have been purchased praise God! Lord willing on the 18th of August in the morning I will fly out of Las Vegas, from there to Houston, and then to Lima where Techy Fowler will meet up with myself and another missionary coming in. We will spend a day or so in Lima getting Visa Extensions Lord willing to extend our visas from 90 days up to 5 months. On the 21st of August we will fly from Lima to Tarapoto where we will settle in for a few days before Delwin, Techy & family come to the states for deputation.
If you would like to meet them they will be sharing at the missions conference this fall at Frontier School of the Bible also they will be sharing at the Bible Church in Lindon, Utah on the 28th of September.
While in Peru Lord willing I'll be preaching most Sundays, teaching most Wednesdays, and helping out with youth group on Saturdays. It will be busy but good, I will also be learning Spanish while I'm there. Pray that I learn fast, and that it gets ingrained into me also that I will fit into the culture.
Lord willing I will be returning around the 20th of December from Lima and flying into Las Vegas as well.
Throughout the time in Peru I will be praying about coming back there full time as a missionary there is much need there especially in training, and planting good Bible based churches.
Thank you for your continued prayer and help.
In Christ,
Jonathan
PS. Please pray for Vacation Bible School this next week at my home church Richfield Bible Church.
Pray for the ministry that continues on here. Pray for the youth group to grow in God.
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