Ministry Update from Europe

By Ecki Breitenmoser

We have been back in Germany for almost two years. Many things have happened, both good and bad. We learn from the mistakes and take joy in the successes. For Christ the number of salvations or Bibles distributed are not important, but how faithful we have been to Him in both word and actions.
It is always very special when we have the privilege of bringing one or more seafarers to our home. Nadine is very hospitable and provides delicious meals, but each time the seafarers have one request. Yes, they are hungry, but for the Word of God. We hosted such a seafarer from South Africa recently. When we had all taken our seats he immediately said, “Come on, tell me about God’s word.” Moments like that are humbling to me as I witness what zeal and hunger these men have for feasting at the Lord’s table.

In the past two weeks I have received a lot of encouragement from different seafarers from around the world. A Russian seafarer wrote, “Many have visited the ship, but no one brought God’s word to us before. Thank you so much!” An Indian brother said, “Thank you so much for coming and the message from God’s word.” Another from the Philippines said, “Through God’s word you gave us hope in this darkness.”

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