November 22, 2011
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Work is getting exciting
I just wanted to write briefly to let everyone know that our work here is starting to pickup. While things are still in a state of limbo on a couple of different fronts, it is looking really good. I think that December will be a nice time to prepare for the New Year where we do what we have been doing. But I have a feeling that January will be the beginning of a year full of construction!
I am happy to see how the Lord works. It is amazing! I will never, ever get tired of seeing Him do what He does so well. I am very excited to see firsthand how the Kingdom will be improved in Uganda. But like always, we need prayer. Just like everyone else, we are still human. We still have our sinful hearts. We still have constant pressure by temptation. So please pray that we can focus on the Great Plan on get the Kingdom expanding while we are here.
There are hurdles here that I never thought about in preparing to come. And now that we are immersed in it, we need divine patience, wisdom, and perseverance. There are two things that are hand in hand here that needs constant attention: corruption and stewardship. It is horrible that a lifetime of hard times can lead people to make poor decisions about money. So if anything we do here needs more prayer than the rest, it is financial responsibility. Not for us as much as the people we are working with. Though don't get me wrong, eating well is a constant temptation! But when you have a school/community start getting money that seems to be falling from heaven, there is severe temptation. Especially for the people who have been hard pressed for money their whole lives. So please pray that in our efforts, the people that deal with the finances see the Greater Plan and fight the temptation. Pray that builders and laborers are honest. Pray that building materials are left alone and used for their intended purposes. Its a lot to pray for, I know. But I have faith that this can be done. That the people we interact with can be over comers. That they can conquer the sinful temptation even though their mind justifies it for a "good reason." Please pray.
I had this revelation while I was thinking about some projects coming up. I actually saw how some of my previous work experience is helping me manage the work here better. Having the ability to "see" the project without necessarily being there all the time. Being able to control cost but maintain excellent quality. Motivate the on site workers to do their best without constant supervision. I am thankful for these experiences. I am really excited for whatever is in store for us each day, for each project, for each opportunity.
Thanks to all of our friends and family for supporting our efforts. Thanks also to the people who have helped us grow in our faith, and in our abilities. God has used you all to build schools here. Also, keep on praying! (see the repetition?)
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!
Chad Neeley (& his beautiful family)
Construction Coordinator - WWCS Uganda/USA
