Text Message Update From India

This update from Dave was received by text messages from India.  It makes it easier to read if you understand where the texts start and stop.

Text 1:  Am not able to email so I will send a series of text updates

Text 2: Had a good fist day of training in India. Around 100 pastors came through the monsoon. They were very appreciative

Text 3: Am on the road to another district in India. Four hour drive dodging pigs, goats, cows, camels and anything else that moves.

Text 4: Right now am pulled off to the side of the road for a passenger to throw up. My stomach has been upset for a couple days, I think because of food and pollution.

Text 5: I feel like the Parker family is my own. We all cried when I left the house this morning.

Text 6: The Indians are concerned about me going into Pakistan. They are all going to be praying

Text 7: After today’s conference I will make a mad dash for the airport. Flying to Pune India at the invitation of Sister Sookja whom I met the last time I was in Korea.

Text 8: Witnessed a massive street fight last night in the street outside the Parkers’ house. Very brutal. Probably 15 guys involved.

Text 9: I did get my lost bag back. It was delivered to the house. Wore special Indian clothes for a couple days

Text 10: I can tell that I am a difficult guy to translate. My vocabulary is a little bit beyond them. I’m trying hard to use simple language.

Text 11:  One of the highlights of the trip so far was a ride to see the CTK bible college under construction in Marisipali.

Text 12: The College is going to be an outstanding facility. Two floors with living spaces below and classrooms above.

Text 13: On the way Yedidya and I had a conversation that was worth the trip. He needs to spend the last 20 years of his life developing leaders. Big implications.

Text 14: Will try and send pictures the next time I have internet. Thanks for your prayers.