Maasai

This is a Maasai woman that Don met in Lake Natron.  

Don joined a small team to do ministry in Loliondo.  The people of Loliondo are farmers and shepherds.  The majority are from the Maasai tribe.  I can't wait to share more photos from the ministry outreach, when Don returns.

Don shared a message, "Jesus the Healer", on Wednesday.  He said they have had such a wonderful time in Loliondo.  Looking forward to getting videos and photos from the trip.

"Pastor Yohanna is in the photo with his family.  He is hosting the seminar in Loliondo.  He shared a testimony, that before arriving at New Life Academy of Leadership, that he prayed and a 14 year old girl was raised from the dead.  He has planted 7 new churches since graduating.  Praise God!

Don returns from Loliondo Saturday evening.  He will only be home for 5 days, before the trip to Tarime.  New Life Outreach has a ministry outreach that starts June 25.  

Tarime is in the Mara Region of Tanzania.  It is bordered by Kenya and Maasai Mara game reserve.  The population of the entire district is recorded as 492,798, according to the 2002 Tanzania National Census.

Please pray for the remaining ministry in Loliondo as well as the upcoming ministry in Tarime!

The phrase, "Be still my soul", kept churning inside of my spirit this morning.  I was reminded how important it is to quiet my thoughts, self-will, and emotions, so that I can clearly hear the voice of God that is directing my path.  It is so easy to have chaotic chatter in the soul realm.  So many things demand our attention and distract us from the peaceful bliss that keeps us at rest, even in the midst of difficult circumstances. 

Psalm 46 in the Voice translation:

1 God is our shelter and our strength.
    When troubles seem near, God is nearer, and He’s ready to help.
So why run and hide?
2 No fear, no pacing, no biting fingernails.
    When the earth spins out of control, we are sure and fearless.
    When mountains crumble and the waters run wild, we are sure and fearless.
3 Even in heavy winds and huge waves,
    or as mountains shake, we are sure and fearless.

[pause]

4 A pure stream flows—never to be cut off—
    bringing joy to the city where God makes His home,
    the sacred site where the Most High chooses to live.
5 The True God never sleeps and always resides in the city of joy;
    He makes it unstoppable, unshakable.
    When it awakes at dawn, the True God has already been at work.
6 Trouble is on the horizon for the outside nations, not long until kingdoms will fall;
    God’s voice thunders and the earth shakes.
7 You know the Eternal, the Commander of heavenly armies, surrounds us and protects us;
    the True God of Jacob is our shelter, close to His heart.

[pause]

8 Come, gaze, fix your eyes on what the Eternal can do.
    Amazing, He has worked desolation here on this battlefield, earth.
9 God can stop wars anywhere in the world.
    He can make scrap of all weapons: snap bows, shatter spears,
    and burn shields.
10 “Be still, be calm, see, and understand I am the True God.
    I am honored among all the nations.
    I am honored over all the earth.”
11 You know the Eternal, the Commander of heavenly armies, surrounds us and protects us;
    the True God of Jacob is our shelter, close to His heart.

This is such a peaceful song, sung by Kari Jobe:

Click on the link to: Kari Jobe- Be Still My Soul

Praying that you are greatly blessed today!

Mary and Don Bryant

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Ministry in Sherati

Don and the team were on the road for 13 days.  They traveled to Sherati, a town very close to the Kenya boarder.  Sherati was a small town, but the response to the Gospel was not.  There were 1300 people who filled out cards that they were either getting saved or giving their hearts back to God!  Praise HIM!

Don was playing with the children.  

I don't know who is cuter....Don or the children of Sherati.

Don had to deal with one setback.  The trailer brakes, on his truck were not working.  After many hours of work, he figured out that the problem was some spare parts he had just replaced.  The parts were bad.  This is one of the frustrations he has to face on a regular basis.  There are lots of fake cheap parts that are sold as original. 

This is what happens when the teenagers have a week off from school....The boys spring a rubber snake on Lilian.....I have to take some of the blame.  I bought the snake to wake up one of the Bible College students that keeps falling asleep in class.

Don is going on another ministry trip on Monday.  He is heading to a very small village with Paul Troquille, Reggie Moffett, and Dru Brents.  Please pray for them.

This was from my devotional time this week:Steve Hill, "In order to weep in the fields, we must first move to the field. Sadly most of us never make it past the front gate. Watchman Nee, once wrote, "In a world system darkened with the smoke of the pit, how we rejoice to meet saints who are fresh with the clean air of heaven".

The religious leaders clamored and complained about Jesus' life style, constantly spitting accusations against Him. "This man receives sinners and eats with them," they protested (Luke 15:2), And indeed, Jesus was guilty as charged. He lived in the smoking section. His garments were constantly darkened by the smoke of the pit, while His heart remained clean with the fresh air of heaven. 

"Likewise, Watchman Nee spent abundant time, with sinners, he too lived in the smoking section. And he knew how refreshing it is to have a clean shower from heaven after a long, hard day of toil in the dusty fields on earth.  Are you consumed with the plight of man? Do you dine with deceivers? Can you converse with the condemned? Are you a friend of sinners? Do you often smell like smoke? " We ought to weep because we have no tears for the lost", proclaimed Leonard Ravenhill. "We ought to get down before God and repent that we've no broken heart. A wet-eyed preacher can never preach a dry-eyed sermon." 

Steve Hill, Time to Weep, pages 170-171

"Be merciful to those who doubt; save others by snatching them from the fire; to others show mercy, mixed with fear—hating even the clothing stained by corrupted flesh.”  (Jude 1:22, 23 NIV)

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Tanzania Life and Ministry

The creativity of Tanzanians is so amazing.  I have seen wooden bicycles too!

The vast majority of Tanzanians do not have electricity.  This iron uses charcoal.

There are many farmers in the area near us.  They work hard to provide for their families.

The Masai tribe live in Tanzania

Don and I had the honor to minister at God's Love Church.  This is just a compilation of video clips from the service.  I ministered on the Holy Spirit, and Don on healing.  

Please pray for the team as they prepare for the ministry in Sherati, Tanzania.  It is located on the boarder of Lake Victoria and very close to Kenya.  It is a town of about 50,000 people.  This is a map:

Cute children from Sherati.  Don took this photo on Saturday.

Let us know if we can pray for you!  I continue to meet with Mary's Little Lambs on Thursdays.  They are prayer warriors!

May God bless you!

Mary and Don

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Sing Unto The Lord!

New Life Outreach ministers together with the Academy of Leadership students, May 11, 2014

Sunday I took time to take video of the worship and praise at New Life City Church.  I thought you may enjoy the videos.

This is the main choir for the church

Hayley's House girls

This is the other church choir

An incredible time of worship at the end of the service

This is a traditional tribal instrument, 

played by Paulo Mitanga.

This is from the Academy of Leadership 

Praise and Worship group contest 2013

This is from December.  Praise time in Tanzania is really vibrant.

Don and the team are in a flurry of preparation for the next ministry trip.  He has 10 days to get all the vehicles ready for the trip to Shirati.  Please pray for them.  It is a lot of very hard work!

There may be someone who needs encouragement today.  This is for you:

You have put more joy in my heart than they have when their grain and wine abound. In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord , make me dwell in safety. (Psalms 4:7, 8 ESV)

No distrust made him waver concerning the promise of God, but he grew strong in his faith as he gave glory to God, fully convinced that God was able to do what he had promised. (Romans 4:20, 21 ESV)


Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.
(James 1:12 ESV)


May God bless you in ways you never imagined!
In Him,
Mary and Don

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Habari Njema: Burning bright in Tanzania

Habari Njema: Burning bright in Tanzania: Jorge was from one of the first graduating classes of New Life Outreach Bible College.  I was one of the few teachers at the Bible Coll...

Burning bright in Tanzania

Jorge was from one of the first graduating classes of New Life Outreach Bible College.  I was one of the few teachers at the Bible College at the time, so I spent nearly every day with the class.  Jorge arrived from Mozambique, not knowing much English or Swahili.  I had my doubts about his ability to even manage the classes, but his hunger really showed me that those who want to learn, will find a way.

Jorge Moreira ministered at New Life City Church Sunday.  He greatly honored me in the service and even gave me and Don a gift.  It was an unexpected blessing.  Thank you Jorge!!!!!

His little girl was an energetic bundle of joy!!!!

Mary's Little Lambs came to our home last week.  I had Caleb lead worship.  We had an awesome time of worship, prayer, and study of the Word.

It has already been 10 days since we landed home in Tanzania.  Here are a few photos from our trip in the USA, that I didn't have time to share before we left:

My Mom

Down to one cup of coffee a day!

Wonderful times of ministry in New Orleans 

FRIENDS!!!!!

"God ’s Message: “Don’t let the wise brag of their wisdom. Don’t let heroes brag of their exploits. Don’t let the rich brag of their riches. If you brag, brag of this and this only: That you understand and know me. I’m God, and I act in loyal love. I do what’s right and set things right and fair, and delight in those who do the same things. These are my trademarks.” God ’s Decree. "

Jeremiah 9:23, 24 MSG

Don and I would like to thank all of our friends.  It is impossible for us to name all who gave us a place to sleep, food to eat, and opportunities to minister.  Thanks again!

God bless,

Mary

We thank God for partnering with us in prayer and support.  Support in any amount is greatly appreciated.  For tax credit, make checks payable to Victory Fellowship.  Write a note with the check indicating that the donation is for Don and Mary Bryant.  Mail checks to: Victory Fellowship 5708 Airline Dr., Metairie LA. 70003.

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The blur of time

Don and I are past the halfway point of our time in the USA.  It has been so busy, that this is the first morning that I have had a chance in a month to write.  It has been so good to see lots of friends and there have also been some awesome times of ministry.

This past weekend was no exception.  We were invited to an inner city outreach, in New Orleans.  We couldn't say no.  We had time to share God's love and have some fun.  There were some barbers there doing free hair cuts, so I talked Don into letting someone other than me cut his hair...let's just say, he actually looks better than he has in a long time...hehehe

This trip to the states has been very unusual.  Don and I have reconnected with people we haven't seen in years- from 15-33 years!  It has been great to see them.