Spengler June Update

Well we have officially been here only 2 months...and yet it feels like home...but we feel like aliens...but we have new forever friends and family...we look and talk completely different...we stick out like...well like white people in a black country...there are children who call us momma and daddy...We have adults construction workers who call Robert their father...we don't belong here...Our hearts will forever be here...I miss Texas but I really never want to go home...But oh how I miss my family and puppies...WHAT??? For those who don't really know me...YES I AM CRAZY! One of my favorite things about Zambia is the signage they put on their oversized vehicles. It describes me perfectly! Abnormal...

So as we continue to live and love where we do not belong God continues to bless our hearts just as He lets them ache and cry and long for justice and mercy. Zechariah 7:9, "This is what the Lord Almighty says: administer true justice, show mercy and compassion to one another."

Some highlights of the last month have been savings accounts, boys, filled tummies, relationships, a house, a world cup qualifier and so much more...

Robert and Caleb have begun a savings account and an incentive program for the construction workers and to date EVERY SINGLE MAN has money in his savings account! They are all on time to work and showing up every day so they can get the bonus incentive at the end of the month. We are so excited! They were able to show them in scripture some principles about money, borrowing, etc...and the men have responded. We also had "M" come down with a severe case of malaria. Robert bought some rice and chicken and went to his home to check on him and deliver the food. When "M" returned he began profusely thanking Robert for his care and food. Robert said "We are friends right? This is what friends do for one another. They care for each other!" "M" replied..."You are not my friend. You are my father!"...So needless to say Robert is having a profound affect on these men. Please pray for deeper relationships that glorify the Lord.

It's only because you are supporting us through prayer and finances that any of this is happening. We could not be here without you partnering with us! Some of our favorite things that have happened because of your support are:

1. Our grocery bill has doubled and we are feeding many kids dinner almost daily.

2. We purchased more uniforms for kids who have outgrown or worn out their uniforms.

3. Our house is almost fully furnished. We have plates, pots and pans, forks and spoons!

4. Robert was able to purchase soccer tickets for his workers and take them to their 1st ever World Cup Qualifier game in Ndola. Zambia vs Sudan. Unfortunately the game ended in a tie, 1-1. It was a great day for building relationships and singing cheers! FOR HOURS WE SANG...

5. I am tutoring 11 different kids. I am not skilled or trained but God is good. KEEP PRAYING!

6. We are developing deep and lasting relationships with 2 teenage boys who live alone. Please pray for wisdom as we fall deeper and deeper in love with these boys.

 I could go on and on. There is so much happening on a daily basis. The rewards and hugs are endless and priceless. The sickness, hunger are desire for a relationship with a parent are haunting. But GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME!

Prayer requests...Please pray for Robert and Caleb's relationships with the construction workers. Please pray for T and R as we tutor and somewhat parent them. Pray for Robert's father, Bob Spengler, who will have another surgery soon, Please Please pray for our son Joshua who is at basic training in South Carolina with the US Army. Pray for Lifesong and their ministries around the world, for favor and resources.

Thank you for being on mission with us. We are all in this together!!

As always...TODAY is our miracle day. Because God chose us...and he is not done with us yet!

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