Little Feet and Full Hearts
Dear Friends,
We continue to praise God for your partnership in our ministry here in Zambia. Our hope is that this update encourages you and reminds you to pray.
"Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain." (Psalm 127:1)
Prayer is an act of faith and courage, a declaration that without Christ, we can do nothing.
Family Update
God has answered your prayers in very specific ways this past month! We are overjoyed to announce that Cyrus Dale Hunt was born healthy and without complications on February 13th! We asked for your prayers for safety, and God has been so kind to answer them.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to helping us purchase baby essentials and lifted us up in prayer! We are celebrating God’s kindness through you. Praise God for a healthy Zambian! 😄
Ministry Update
The ministry at Central Africa Baptist University (CABU) is now in full swing! Thanks to your support, men are being actively trained for ministry.
On February 11th, I started teaching my first class at CABU. I have 13 men in my class learning to read and understand the New Testament in its original language. We are fulfilling Christ’s command by equipping men who will make Him known in every city, town, and village across Africa.
It is a joy to teach the Scriptures and serve in this mission. Our vision is to see healthy, contextualized local churches planted, because the church is God’s chosen tool for saving and growing His people.
Partnering with you in this mission is an incredible honor.
Prayer Requests
Please continue to depend on God and intercede on our behalf:
- Home Purchase: Our house purchase process has been delayed multiple times. Pray that God would allow us to finalize everything so we can move into a permanent home.
- Cyrus' Paperwork: Obtaining all necessary documents and a birth certificate for Cyrus is a complex process. Pray that we can get through all the details smoothly.
- Work and Ministry Balance: I have resumed my work at CABU while also doing "tent-making" work to support our personal expenses. The extra responsibility is demanding. Pray for sustained energy during this busy season.
- Student Health: Many of my students have been battling malaria and other illnesses. Pray for their complete recovery and strength.
- Spiritual Growth: Above all, pray that our hope and peace remain firmly rooted in Jesus Christ.
We pray for you and look forward to the day we can see you again!
Jesus Over Everything,
Austin & Rachel