We received a crushing blow yesterday in our support raising. Our newest support goal was sent to us by Greater Europe Mission, and we were discouraged by it to say the least. Our support goal was increased by $700 per monthly (almost 10%), which is the largest increase we've gotten so far. It dropped our percentage from 72% to 65%. The increase was due mainly to the increasing costs associated with the sinking U.S. Dollar.
It hurt so much to get these new numbers. It felt like we're no longer moving forward but running in place. How are we going to complete this journey if any advance we make is neutralized by new support goals.
Please be praying for us. We sought God's face the last 24 hours, and He reassured us that nothing has fundamentally changed - He is still God, and He is still good. But, we are less optimistic now that we'll be able to leave for the field anytime soon.
