Ukraine is… interesting. It’s not exactly my favorite place in the world but it has some quirks that make it more bearable. I’ve met some cool people from all over the world. Universities here in Odessa seem to have a concoction of different people. I had a Russian language lesson the other day taught by a guy from some small country near Turkey I have never even heard of. After that I went to a Salsa dance class with some students. The next day I ran all over the city on what they call a Quest, figuring out clues that lead to different destinations where we would do some ridiculous task. So to say the least it’s been eventful.
This month my team and I are working with a college ministry. And really that means doing just about anything, bible studies, youth groups, speaking at conferences, singing at churches, going to different events or planning them, cleaning a home to surprise a friend returning from the hospital, English and Russian clubs. It’s a lot and pretty much non-stop every day. But I need to ask for prayer. It’s month 9, I’m really tired. Ministry is fun and I love it but I am drained. I know God has great things planned for this month and He probably intends to use my team to make those plans happen. So if you would just pray for me to have the energy and strength I need to accomplish the tasks He places before me. Also, pray that I would not only get by but really live each day and enjoy them. Pray for Ukraine, that the blanket of heaviness over this place would be lifted off and people would experience joy and freedom. AMEN!
Now I pray that the peace of Christ would cover you and that you find yourself gasping for breath in an ocean of His blessings. 
