Cuernavaca
We arrived in Cuernavaca on Saturday the 4th and got here in time to celebrate the 4th with Paul Nash, Ben Jenkins, Doug and Sandy Holcomb and the AIMers, Andrew, Amanda and Jennie. Paul's wife Sharita and Ben's wife, Karen are in the states right now. Cuernavaca is beautiful and we always enjoy being here.
On Sunday we were blessed to be with one of the congregations in Cuernavaca. I was asked to preach and had a great time sharing the word of God with my brothers and sisters. I love to preach in Spanish, I am not sure what the church thinks, but I have a great time! 
Spanish is such a passionate and expressive language and they communicate with word pictures and images. For some reason I love to communicate in Spanish. My Spanish leaves much to be desired, but I seem to find a way to communicate. There were about 50 in attendance and I was impressed with their spirit, their love for one another and their passionate praise given to the Lord.
Sunday afternoon, I was asked to spend about an hour and a half with the leading families in both of the congregations in Cuernavaca. About 25 leaders took of their time to study together. We spoke of the strengths and weaknesses in the church here and studied from God's word regarding what steps we can take to grow in some of the areas of weakness. They were so open, receptive and honest in our discussion. I was impressed with their maturity and their desire to grow. I also showed them a simple Bible Study tool that they can use to teach others "to observe all that Jesus commanded" (Matthew 28:19-20). I am becoming convinced that part of the reason why we don't see growth in some disciples' lives is because they have not been called to "obey" the Lord as a natural part of our lives and time in the word of God.
The last two days have been spent with the AIMers here who are about to make a transition back to the States having completed their mission assignment. We have also spent time with the missionaries here as well. They are a good group and being used to glorify the Lord. Of course, we have been able to spend some family time since we are all here together with Sherry's parents, Doug and Sandy Holcomb. I guess they technically are my "in-laws' but I don't really thing of them in that way. They are coworkers, friends and fellow disciples in the faith. God has blessed me with a wonderful family.
No pictures this time, but I will post some pictures tomorrow. I forgot my camera on Sunday and Paul Nash is going to share some pictures with me tomorrow. Thank you for the prayers.
For Mexican Missions,
Jay
