Already 20 years in Japan

Today for the day I am 20 years in Japan. I have celebrated this day with my student and I am sincerely thankfully for this time to our Lord Jesus Christ. He brougth me to Japan and helped me throughout everyday so far. The beginning adjusting to Japan and the life here was quite challenging, but it became mor comfortable from year to year and more interesting. Also thanks of your prayers and support. It is encouraging me. May Jesus bless You richly for it! 

The different Bible- classes went well so far. I have 5 new students in the beginners' course who are present with zeal and joy. In the advanced course we will finish in 2 more weeks the complete reading of the Old Testamament. As a reward 5 participants get a document. They have learned independently to read their Bible and able to talk frankly about what they have read and understood from the context of God´s Word. My prayer is that they will share what they have learned and encourage other Christians and friends. 

In our mother and kids class in Hamamatsu four new mothers joined our meeting and heard the Biblestory for their first time, which I am thankful for. I do enjoy the Bibleclass in the church. It´s encouraging to see, that they love Bible reading and are growing. 

With this nice bouquet which the women have given me as a gift for the past 20 years being in Japan, I do say to everyone thanks for your prayers and support. 

Praise the Lord my soul, and do not forget the good things he has done for me! Psalm 103.2.