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April Ministry Highlights – Better Than?

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Castaway Baptist Invites Transgender Prostitutes:

The Lord’s timing is perfect. In addition to sharing the gospel with transgender prostitutes, the Lord ordered me to urge them to come to Castaway Baptist.




I have received much backlash for being seen out witnessing to sinners. But the Lord requires me (and you) to do it: “When the Pharisees saw this, they asked his disciples, ‘Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?’  On hearing this, Jesus said, ‘It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick.'”  Matthew 9:11-12

Castaway Baptist Prepares to Receive Transgender Prostitutes:



And the Lord has led to prepare sermons that will position us to receive them.

I have learned the hard way that many believers think they are “better than” those of us who have repented of homosexual sin and surrendered all to follow Christ… not to mention those who are still living in that sin.

Many consider themselves “better than” because they believe they are:
1) Less sinful or have arrived at “sinless perfection”
2) More forgiven
3) More of a man
4) More worthy to lead
5) Spiritually superior
6) Closer to the Lord

So, for example, here at Castaway Baptist… I share that I repented 14 years ago and never went back. I ask the congregation if they think they are better than me.

Then I ask, ‘If a transgender prostitute walked in the door now and sat down, would you laugh? Do you think you are better than him? If so, why? Do you think you have less sin? Do you think your sin is more forgivable?’

Then I challenge them to look in the mirror as we read through some of the more socially acceptable abominations to the Lord… “There are six things that the Lord hates, seven that are an abomination to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that make haste to run to evil, a false witness who breathes out lies, and one who sows discord among brothers.”   Prov 6:16-19

From gossip to lying and pride, most believers struggle with one or more of the above abominations. Also see => Eph 5:5; Gal 5:19-21; Rev 21:8.

Homosexuality is just as forgivable as any other sin (1 Cor 6:9-11). And NOT ONE person on this planet has reached a state of sinless perfection (Rom 3:10)!


The Wisdom God Gave King Solomon:
(1 Kings 3:16-28)

Two prostitutes lived together, each with a baby. Both claimed the other had rolled over on her respective baby during the night, killing it, then swapped the dead baby for the living.

To test them and reveal the truth, Solomon ordered the living baby be cut in two pieces!

The mother of the living baby cried out, identifying herself…  “…’Oh, my lord, give her the living child, and by no means put him to death.” … Then the king answered and said, ‘Give the living child to the first woman, and by no means put him to death; she is his mother.’”  1 Kings 3:26-27

WHY Do You Serve the Lord?:

At Castaway Baptist, the Lord often leads to test what motivates people to serve.

Remember that we had a “points system” to reward faithfulness among youth. Recently the Lord led to stop giving points.

The test revealed who was serving for gain and who was serving for Christ.

Through it all, Danut has remained faithful.

For example, every Saturday, the church must be cleaned. It’s a humble, thankless job. Only 2-3 of us typically show up.

Through it all, Danut has consistently served and works until the job is done. Praise the Lord Jesus Christ!



“Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”   Mark 10:43-45



Interview: “Sounds Like Freedom” Podcast:

After sharing testimony, we delved into subject matter addressed in my book, The Church: We Shoot Our Wounded, especially Pastor Joel Madlangawa‘s (IBCSR) ongoing attacks on Castaway Baptist Church.

CLICK THIS LINK TO WATCH / LISTEN ON YOUTUBE ==> https://youtu.be/0fYo0fGmkYI?si=-nQD6ywegwC5f3ET

“Blessed are you when others revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.  Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”  Matthew 5:11-13

PRAISE THE LORD JESUS CHRIST!

Unusually Hot in Cambodia:

Throughout April, Highs have been 100+ degrees every day, except 2 days that maxed out at 99 degrees. “Feels like temp” has consistently been 110+.



“Now when these things begin to take place, straighten up and raise your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.”  Luke 21:28

Jesus is coming soon. Do you love your friends and family? SHARE THE GOSPEL!

Any of us could die at any moment. Click Here to find out how you can know enduring peace, God’s purpose for your life and be sure you will go to heaven when your brief time on earth is up.

Ways to Partner:

1. Pray for:
– Conviction, eyes to see and ears to hear for the LGBTQ.
– That seeds would bear fruit, that the Lord would raise up Cambodian evangelists.
– Revival for the U.S. church – that we would stand for difficult truth in these days no matter what the cost.
– Financial support to keep me in the field doing what I am called to do.
 
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Praise the Lord Jesus Christ!

And Thank You for your support!

March Ministry Highlights

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HE IS RISEN! Praise God for salvation by grace alone through faith alone in the Lord Jesus Christ alone!



Banner above hangs in front of Castaway Baptist… Scripture in English:
“For I delivered to you as of first importance what I also received: that Christ died for our sins in accordance with the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day in accordance with the Scriptures,”  1 Corinthians 15:3-4

Transgender Day of Visibility?:

Satan steals glory from the Lord (Isa 14:13-15). As Biden blatantly attacks the throne of God, proclaiming Resurrection Sunday “Transgender Day of Visibility,” we believers must stand against Satan’s agenda.

The Bible can only be properly understood as a whole, not one passage taken out of context (Matt 4:4).

As I preached on Sunday… ‘God’s Word charges believers to submit to all governing authorities (Rom 13:1), AS LONG AS those authorities are in agreement with God’s Word. When governing authorities rail against God’s Word, we believers are called to please God, not man (Acts 5:29).’

Dialing back a few years, I prayerfully decided to get a COVID vaccine. To bow to the government? NO. Because unvaccinated, I was unable to evangelize (Mark 16:15).

My ministry is unique. If any of you ever have a question about something I have done, simply ASK ME.

“But Peter and the apostles answered, ‘We must obey God rather than men.'”  Acts 5:29

Castaway Baptist Church:

Many pastors (e.g. Joel Osteen) draw big crowds because they preach what people want to hear.

In Buddhist Cambodia, a large cross boldly adorns Castaway Baptist. The Lord often leads to preach directly against Buddhist teachings such as idolatry and karma. On the wall of the church, Scripture warns against idolatry (Ex 20:3-6; Deut 11:26-28).



Pastor Joel Madlangawa of nearby IBCSR tells people not to come to Castaway Baptist. What spirit is working in a pastor who strives to destroy another church?

Even after the Lord led to confront him, Madlangawa continues to slander and engage in schemes that are much more in keeping with a catty homosexual than a man of God.

Back to what’s important… Recently we have had visitors from Australia and Canada.




“For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ.”  Galatians 1:10

Evangelizing Buddhist Monks & the LGBTQ, in Obedience to the Great Commission:



When I looked up from the pulpit on Resurrection Sunday morning and saw Kireyroat sitting there, I was so thankful. Remember that Kireyroat is the pastor’s son I have been witnessing to for years. He finally came to Castaway Baptist. PRAISE THE LORD!



“And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.”  Galatians 6:9

Why & How I Evangelize the LGBTQ:

The below video is an explanation for those who misunderstand my ministry. If you have questions, please feel free to ask me!

CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO => https://youtu.be/w05bbpcjYrg

“Beware of men, for they will deliver you over to courts and flog you in their synagogues, and you will be dragged before governors and kings for my sake, to bear witness before them and the Gentiles.”  Matthew 10:17-18

Sri Lanka:

Recently the Lord led to Sri Lanka to do what I am called to do – PREACH THE GOSPEL.





True Story that Vividly Illustrates My Ministry:

At the top of a mountain in Sri Lanka, I met a couple in their 60s from the U.K. I praised the Lord for His beautiful creation and shared that He has led me to many countries to share the gospel. The woman replied, ‘I am a Christian. But I believe we should let people believe what they want to believe…’

I replied, ‘So let ’em go to hell, huh? We are surrounded by people who are bound for everlasting hell! We have a responsibility to call them to repentance and faith in Christ!’

She said, ‘I am finished talking to you!’ I said, “Thank you,” and walked away.

This is a picture of my ministry and much of the professing church. If this woman and I attended the same church, I guarantee you that she would try to tarnish my reputation and talk down to me, in order to feel spiritually superior in her blatant disobedience.

From “Pastor” Blaine Workman at ACAC in Pittsburgh, PA to Dan Osterhout at First Baptist Curwensville, PA to Martin Chappell at Calvary Baptist Bangkok, Thailand to Joel Madlangawa at Independent Baptist of Siem Reap, Cambodia; their M.O. is the same. The madness of Balaam (2 Pet 2:15). Having sold out for gain, they seek to destroy the faithful.

I belong to Jesus. Do you?



PRAISE THE LORD!

“And he said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.”  Mark 16:15

Any of us could die at any moment. Click Here to find out how you can know enduring peace, God’s purpose for your life and be sure you will go to heaven when your brief time on earth is up.

Ways to Partner:

1. Pray for:
– Conviction, eyes to see and ears to hear for the LGBTQ.
– That seeds would bear fruit, that the Lord would raise up Cambodian evangelists.
– Revival for the U.S. church – that we would stand for difficult truth in these days no matter what the cost.
– Financial support to keep me in the field doing what I am called to do.
 
2. Click to Donate via PayPal (tax deductible)!
3. PayPal charges a small processing fee. If you would like to avoid the fee, please send a check to:
 
Castaway Ministries
99 Indian Mill Lane
Clearfield, PA 16830
 
Praise the Lord Jesus Christ!

And Thank You for your support!

August Ministry Highlights

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LGBTQ Evangelism, Bangkok:

In 2016, Castaway Ministries was born with outreach to the LGBTQ in global sex tourism & gender re-assignment hub, sin city Bangkok. Recently I returned to Bangkok and hit the old stomping grounds (red light districts) to witness. It is relatively common for Cambodians to relocate to Bangkok for work, including sex work. The Lord led to some transgender prostitutes from Cambodia (“ladyboys”, as they call themselves and are commonly known in Thai/Cambodian culture). If Christ can forgive me, He can forgive them. Praise the Lord.

“This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptation, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners; of whom I am chief.”  1 Timothy 1:15

Over the years, the Lord has also provided opportunity to speak biblical truth into life-changing decisions, if you get what I’m saying. Having made just about every poor life choice in the book myself, the Lord leads to use those “lessons learned the hard way” to urge others to avoid making choices that derail God’s plans for them.

But even if the decision not to move forward with a procedure is made, the soul is not saved through behavior modification. Beyond avoiding a particular sin and subsequent guilt, the urge and hope is for repentance and salvation by faith in the Lord Jesus Christ (Matt 3:2; John 3:3, 16, 36).

Happy lies put a smile on one’s face for today and send him to hell for eternity. If we truly love people, we must tell them the truth. Only the truth can set them/us free (John 8:32; 17:17).

“The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.”  John 10:10


Muslim LGBTQ Evangelism, Bangkok:

First morning after arriving in Bangkok, I went downstairs in the hotel for breakfast. A man who said he was in town for work-related training asked me to sit with him. Conversation went from, ‘Why are you here?’ to testimony and the gospel.

He demonstrated knowledge of the Bible’s Old Testament, which would be highly unusual for the Thai Buddhist majority to know. Then he revealed he is from the predominantly Muslim southern portion of Thailand that borders Malaysia.

The Quran, a satanic counterfeit of the Bible, includes some of the Bible’s Old Testament. Additionally, a man named Jesus is revealed as a prophet who performed miracles but never died for our sins. In other words, all of the attributes essential to salvation (e.g. His deity, substitutionary atonement) are removed. This man is a counterfeit Jesus.

I corrected him on the deity of Christ (most notably using John 10:30, 14:6), contended that no one can know God apart from the Lord Jesus Christ and told him if the Quranic Jesus is true, we are all bound for hell because God provided only one door to heaven – by repentance and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ (John 10:9; John 3:16-18).

Most Muslim men would rebuttal that, but he did not. Hmm… I wondered why.

Toward the end, we took a photo and connected through social media. When I saw his profile, I got the feeling that maybe he struggled with same-sex attraction (had not picked up on any cues previously).

After breakfast, he asked, ‘Which room are you staying in?’ I told him the floor (many rooms) but did not divulge my room number. He said, ‘I’m on the 6th floor. Room 666.’

I reacted, ‘Wow!’ He looked blankly, unaware of its biblical significance. The Lord was saying, ‘In case you didn’t realize, this is of the enemy… a test.’

This is standard operating procedure for many who live closeted gay lives. Though typically much more overt in my approach, I once was that man.

This is my life and ministry. It’s laden with risk. Separated from my wife, I am tested at my weakest moments. Satan whispers, ‘No one has to know!’

It requires in depth knowledge from my past life (“the depths of Satan,” Rev 2:24) plus biblical wisdom and power from the indwelling Holy Spirit to fight.

If I were back in Pittsburgh working for the bank, similar testing would come. This is the norm for the ex-gay. The Lord has prepared me… for such a time as this. Praise the Lord!

Please pray that M comes to know the Lord Jesus Christ of the Bible, is transferred from the kingdom of darkness to the kingdom of light and fights on the right side of this war over the souls of men (Eph 2:13; Col 1:13).

“For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.”   2 Corinthians 12:8-10


Neighborhood Youth Ministry – Door-to-Door Evangelism, Cambodia:

Back across the border in Cambodia… Remember from July’s update that an envious mother pulled her three faithful kids out of our youth ministry over a dental emergency. I had been praying and trusting the Lord to resolve.

Not long afterwards, apparently the Lord provided through someone else to get her teeth fixed. It seemed to solve the problem, no more need to envy. She really does look good, and I told her so.

The kids returned on the last day of the Joseph story where Joseph forgave his brothers. Praise the Lord!

It was an opportunity to clarify, contrary to Buddhist belief in karma where people who “do bad receive bad,” that Jesus forgives the repentant!

This past Sunday, we door-to-door witnessed in the neighborhood and ended up at their home (unplanned). We shared the gospel with their mom.

Her son (oldest) has been stepping up to serve, to share the gospel and pray with/for unbelievers. He walked away from praying for someone with the joy of the Lord, ‘I am so happy in my heart. Before I was scared to share the gospel. Now I’m not scared because I have Jesus in my heart.’ Praise the Lord!

True joy is found only in serving the Lord (Matt 16:25-26; Neh 8:10)!

A few minutes later, he told me his friend asked him to go to a coffee shop and hang out but that he didn’t have the money (nudge, nudge). Gotta love these kids!

“Now the just shall live by faith: but if any man draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him.”  Hebrews 10:38


Saved and Loved Podcast (Duration: 33 mins):
Seema and I discuss content of all three books in the Straight series, including The Church: We Shoot Our Wounded. This interview includes (1) discussion about root causes of the normalization of homosexuality in today’s culture, (2) common gender role reversals, (3) biblical role of women in home and church, women pastors and Male Headship, (4) how to battle LGBTQ indoctrination of our kids and (5) encouragement for ex-gay men to fight forward, standing alone on the Word of God in these last days of rampant heresy and apostasy.

Any of us could die at any moment. Click Here to find out how you can know enduring peace, God’s purpose for your life and be sure you will go to heaven when your brief time on earth is up.

PRAISE THE LORD JESUS CHRIST!


Ways to Partner:

1. Pray for:
– Conviction, eyes to see and ears to hear for the LGBT.
– That seeds would bear fruit, that the Lord would raise up Cambodian evangelists.
– Revival for the U.S. church – that we would stand for difficult truth in these days no matter what the cost.
– Pray for our marriage and the promised son.
– Financial support to keep me in the field doing what I am called to do.
 
2. Click to Donate via PayPal (tax deductible)!

July Ministry Highlights

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Witnessing to the LGBTQ:

Motorbiking home from the grocery store, the Lord led to a street corner where transgender prostitutes solicit. A group gathered around.

Many scoffed as I witnessed, which is the norm. But two seemed captivated by the story of a God who could so dramatically change a life.

A few days ago, the Lord led back. I idled up to the curb alongside “R”. Typical Cambodian small talk (e.g. ‘Are you happy and healthy?’) segued to, ‘Why are you in Cambodia?’

In response to my testimony, he said he used to live in a Christian ministry facility that provided work for the poor, that residents worshipped Jesus together. I asked him if he believed in Jesus. He replied, ‘A little bit.’

I shared the simple gospel – ‘God created everything. The first man and first woman sinned. Jesus is Lord, without sin, Holy. He came from heaven to earth to die for our sins (paid for our sins 100% in full), rose again and returned to heaven. Today everyone has sin in their hearts, even if they do a lot of good. We must repent and believe on the Lord Jesus Christ. He will return to judge. We must be ready.’

He read John 3:16-18 and said he was familiar with the passage.

With a smile, “R” received the gospel much better than most prostitutes with whom I have shared.

Note: LGBTQ who have some positive experience / memory associated with Christ and his church tend to be much more open. Every little bit counts.

About the time I asked if he was hungry, his friend “S” (also a transgender prostitute) came by. The three of us walked down the street to a food stall and ate together.

“S” also read John 3:16-18. I explained the gospel similarly to him, being clear that everyone has temptation but that we must repent and follow God’s Word instead. “S” was friendly but not open to the gospel.

Before eating, I asked if I could pray with them. I asked the Lord to give them faith. Before parting ways, we connected on Facebook where they can see Scripture posts. Having added them to the prayer list, I hugged them both. Lord willing, we will meet again. Praise the Lord for each step!

“For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.”   Romans 6:23


LGBTQ Evangelism – “R”:

“R” joined for two church services this month. Praise the Lord!

Remember my original agreement with him (Apr 2022, May 2022). A “pilot” in many ways, I have learned a lot from this experience.

Every day, I opened and closed in prayer, asking the Lord to give him faith, to save my friend. Some days, I teared up with passion, giving all I had to break through with the gospel. We read the Word together. Then I taught him some English, per our agreement.

He made much progress toward English competency (helpful for this short life but no eternal value) but is not ready to give his life to Christ. I did my part (Acts 20:26-27), and I am thankful for his honesty.

“R” began periodically cancelling our meetings and recently chose to take a study break. Only the Lord can save, and the decision is in the hands of each individual.

Confident that my work has not been in vain, please pray for “R”.

“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.”   1 Corinthians 15:58


Neighborhood Youth Ministry – “P”:

Recap: “P” (Apr 2022) is the poorest of our students. Dad left years ago. He lives alone with his ailing mother, who is convinced she will not live much longer.

She insisted he turn away from Christ to study at a Chinese language school (requires students be Buddhist) for upward mobility. Soon he came back. Praise the Lord!

Since these kids began worshipping Christ several years ago, a spiritual war has been underway in their homes. We pray for their / our unsaved loved ones.

The Lord is sovereign. In this next chapter of P’s story, his mom finds herself in a predicament where only the Lord can help…

We have been studying the story of Joseph (Gen 37-50; Prov 27:4).

Natural “leader of the pack,” “P” is the brightest and most proficient in English of our kids. Like Joseph, perhaps the Lord specially gifted him above his peers to help lift him out of challenging circumstances.

The kids are trained to cry out to Jesus in times of need.

A few weeks ago, the Lord led to P’s house. His mother’s teeth mostly rotted out (on top of her other ailments), she was in such debilitating pain that she had not been able to eat or sleep much for weeks. Life-threatening.

“P” had not said a word to me but apparently had been praying.

The Lord’s leading was clear, ‘The dentist will make a recommendation, and you will do it.’

Five teeth were extracted in one visit alone (photo below). After a few more visits, Lord willing, she will have a partial denture.

Despite the fact that it was an emergency, helping his mom provoked envy in the neighborhood (curiously timed as we are studying Joseph). Parents of three of our long-time kids felt it wasn’t fair to help one family and not all equally, pulled them out of the ministry.

Realizing Satan is behind these uproars, I trust it will be temporary and that “P” will ultimately be able to say…

“But as for you, ye thought evil against me; but God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as it is this day, to save much people alive.”   Genesis 50:20

“P” had shared the gospel with his mom previously, and she had heard it from me. But I prayed for another opportunity. 

Twice when he had to be at school, it was just she and I. One morning on the way to the dentist, she marveled that through all of the neighborhood gossip, envy and strife, her son had been a kind peacemaker (Gal 5:22-23).

Launching off her son’s testimony, I pulled the car over and shared the gospel message.

The Cambodian Buddhist mantra is “Do good; get good” (karma). I clarified that Jesus is the only door to heaven, that “Do good; get good” leads to hell.

“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”   John 14:6

While many pretend to believe in hopes of further benefit, she is grateful and listens but does not claim to believe. I greatly appreciate her honesty.

“P” and I take turns praying before and after dental visits. She bows her head.

For the bulk of the past several weeks, P’s mom has either been in severe pain or asleep, only able to eat yogurt, unable to cook or care for him.

Like many Cambodians, for several reasons, they do not have or want a refrigerator. And apart from frying an egg, he cannot cook.

Moreover, the Lord led to “Take care of the boy.” It was a rare meal if he did not want fried chicken, Coke and/or chocolate cake.

All good works must be done in Christ for God’s glory to advance the gospel (Matt 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Rom 10:14-17; Eph 2:8-10; John 6:28-29).

So as to distance myself from Ananias and Sapphira (Acts 5:1-11), know that funds for the dental work come from the bucket in the budget used for ministry expenses, roughly mirroring a believer’s tithe. The cost will be prorated over the coming months to reduce impact on planned ministry.

As for the fried chicken, chocolate cake, yogurt, etc… My Aunt Bobbie gives specially designated, “Food for the kids,” which also covers: Roughly once a month, I take a sack of rice and sometimes other essential food items to the faithful poor. They say, ‘Thank you!’ I reply, ‘Thank Jesus!’

Trusting for a future harvest of parents…

THANK YOU for your sacrificial giving toward earning the right to be heard, toward advancing the gospel!

“And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.”   Matthew 25:40

The Lord Provides for His people (Jam 1:16-17).

“I have been young, and now am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.”   Psalm 37:25


Near-Future Plan:

Praise the Lord! I am on track to finish seminary in December.

For years, I have gone to the marketplace, “evangelee” or disciple to minister.

For youth ministry, my apartment building manager has allowed use of space on the first floor. But that is not a long term solution.

For years, we have been prayerful toward opening a “starter” ministry center.

However, I had been reluctant to announce anything to you folks until certain it is time to move. Although there would be setup cost, month-to-month rent is inexpensive for a small space. Please pray toward this, and feel free to ask questions.

“There are many devices in a man’s heart; nevertheless the counsel of the Lord, that shall stand.”   Proverbs 19:21


Podcast – Cool Explorations (Canada-based, 1hr, 17min) – Topics Addressed:

1) My Recent blog post about the forthcoming book, The Church: We Shoot Our Wounded
2) What the Lord is teaching through trials (e.g. marriage, church rejection).
3) Tips for those with LGBTQ loved ones
4) How to fight LGBTQ indoctrination of kids
5) Encouragement to “stand alone on the Word of God” (as the old hymn goes) in these last days of rampant heresy.

Praise the Lord!

“These were more noble than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness of mind, and searched the scriptures daily, whether those things were so.”   Acts 17:11

Any of us could die at any moment. Click Here to find out how you can know enduring peace, God’s purpose for your life and be sure you will go to heaven when your brief time on earth is up.

PRAISE THE LORD JESUS CHRIST!


Ways to Partner:

1. Pray for:
– Conviction, eyes to see and ears to hear for the LGBT.
– That seeds would bear fruit, that the Lord would raise up Cambodian evangelists.
– Revival for the U.S. church – that we would stand for difficult truth in these days no matter what the cost.
– Pray for our marriage and the promised son.
– Financial support to keep me in the field doing what I am called to do.
 
2. Click to Donate via PayPal (tax deductible)!

June Ministry Highlights

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Prayer Partners:

Thank you for your support!


Ex-LGBTQ Discipleship:

A 2012 short-term mission to a church in Siem Reap was my first time in the town where I now serve. Down a muddy road in the rainy season, we walked back and forth between the church and our guesthouse.

Rejection from the church (not necessarily that specific church) had driven me closer to Christ. Solidifying my calling, the Lord made clear He had given me grace in the eyes of Cambodians to get a job done – win souls.

At the end of an eventful day of ministry, rain was pouring. I was on Cloud 9 with the Lord (Ps 118:14). Tears flowing, I moseyed back in the rain, looking up, singing, “I stand, I stand in awe of You! I stand, I stand in awe of You! Holy God, to whom all praise is due, I stand in awe of You!…” It was one of my most memorable, beautiful moments with Christ.

When I moved to Siem Reap in 2018, I began attending another church but kept a good relationship with that pastor. Rebekah and I visited a while back.

“K“, who came to Christ a few months ago, is showing promise. He has been faithful to church, and we have been going deeper during the week. He seems to be interested in learning to share the gospel.

A month ago, I ran into the pastor. He said our neighborhood youth were welcome to sing at his church. To refresh my memory, I GPS’ed the church and rode to it.

There was “K”‘s house on the road leading to the church! The day in 2012 that I was praising the Lord in the rain, I was literally standing in front of the house of our ministry’s first faithful ex-LGBT convert!

“K” said he attended that church a couple of times when they had outreaches prior to 2012. Praise the Lord, who knows all things!!

“R” continues to attend church when he has time away from work. We also have been meeting during the week. We read Scripture, discuss and pray together.

Please pray for these fellas.

“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world. Amen.”   Matthew 28:19-20


Evangelism – local prostitutes:

“Lady of the night” massage parlors line a nearby street. They tend to be actual women, not transgender.

Sometimes under the influence, many sit outside during the day playing cards and waiting for clients.

About two years ago, the Lord led to a specific parlor. A lady stepped out front and said, ‘I believe in Jesus.’ With previous exposure to the gospel, perhaps the spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak (Matt 26:38-41).

Ever since, the Lord has led to periodically drop by (daylight) to see “S”.

I started witnessing to prostitutes in the park on Pittsburgh’s North Side in 2010. Some of my most enjoyable ministry moments have been with ladies who have nothing to prove.

Inappropriate words and actions are par for the course for this type of outreach and a reason people are reluctant to do it. 12 years in, I have learned to roll with the punches.

Sometimes the Lord leads to pray with her. A number of times, I have shared the gospel, warned them of coming judgment and called them to repentance. Most usually scoff.

“S” and her friend have kids. A boy and girl around ten years old hang out as men come in and out. They have attended our youth ministry a couple of times.

This past Saturday, the boy’s mom said he had surgery to remove a growth. I prayed for him. Then it was the right time to share.

Using my testimony as example, I assured them that Jesus can forgive, that they have not gone too far, that He can give new life.

All were scoffing, except the boy’s mom. Her countenance had changed. She was willing to listen. The Lord uses trials.

I dream of a future church – redeemed LGBTQ, prostitutes and youth-now-adults who have been trained up to be anchors. Authentic, genuine.

The Lord is doing His part – convicting. Praise God. Now the decision is theirs. Please pray for “S” & friends.

“And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them. And he spake this parable unto them, saying, What man of you, having an hundred sheep, if he lose one of them, doth not leave the ninety and nine in the wilderness, and go after that which is lost, until he find it?”   Luke 15:2-4


LGBTQ Evangelism – local:

Photo #1 (below): Restaurant server. The Lord leads to folks! Shared the gospel and testimony with him, added him to our Khmer Bible online group and prayed with him.

Photo #2: Fruit seller “R” and I are making steady progress through the Word. The Lord continues to work through life circumstances to yield opportunities to clarify Scripture.

Praise the Lord for each step!


Evangelism – regional:

Balancing seminary and the two ministries, I haven’t been getting out as much as before. This month, I made a strategic circle.

Photo #1 (below): Map of trip route.

Photo #2: Man near the Thai border at a pagoda who appeared to be asking spiritual counsel from a monk when I came down the hill. I told them about the One True God who created the heavens and the earth and loves us so much that He died for us (Acts 17:16-34); prayed with him and the monk.

Photo #3: Follow-up with a young man to whom I witnessed to about a year ago, also on the Thai border.

Photo #4: Check-in with “KR”, the pastor’s son. He brought his friends. I witnessed to and prayed with them. As he encounters disappointing realities in gay life, I speak difficult biblical truth. The Lord has prompted me to be patient with “KR”.

This ministry is not a sprint but a marathon. Praise the Lord for each step!

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek.”   Romans 1:16


Neighborhood Youth Ministry:

1) Attended & glorified the Lord in song twice at a local church (mentioned above).
2) Learned how to stand and suffer for Jesus like Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego.
3) Shared the gospel door-to-door in the neighborhood.

Praise the Lord!

“Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is none other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved.”   Acts 4:12


Blessed Fellowship – “B” & “C”:

Recently there was a going-away party for worship leader “B” and his wife “C”, as they are returning to Austria.

For those who may not recall, “B” invited me to share ex-gay testimony with his worship team. What a blessing!

His wife “C” invited me to minister at the drug rehab center (March 2022). Faithful in that ministry, her absence creates a vacuum. As time permits, I hope to return.

Both have been blessings and will be missed!

“Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.”   1 Thessalonians 5:11


Podcast:

Two interviews were featured this month:
1) “The Author’s Spot” (39 mins, pictured below) details two example church rejection stories, clarifying content of my next book.
2) “Unadulterated Heart” (1 hr, 3 mins) discusses testimony, including my marriage, with a believer from Pittsburgh.

Praise the Lord!

“Even so ye, forasmuch as ye are zealous of spiritual gifts, seek that ye may excel to the edifying of the church.”   1 Corinthians 14:12


“Because He Lives” in Khmer:

Per the Lord’s leading, I removed myself from this video. Praise the Lord (not me)!

https://youtu.be/zvBh9YBmchI

“For the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trump of God: and the dead in Christ shall rise first…”   1 Thessalonians 4:16

PRAISE THE LORD JESUS CHRIST!


Ways to Partner:

1. Pray for:
– Conviction, eyes to see and ears to hear for the LGBT.
– That seeds would bear fruit, that the Lord would raise up Cambodian evangelists.
– Revival for the U.S. church – that we would stand for difficult truth in these days no matter what the cost.
– Pray for our marriage and the promised son.
– Financial support to keep me in the field doing what I am called to do.
 
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“Victory in Jesus” at Drive-In Church

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Dad, Mom, prodigal son & his wife sing together @ First Baptist Church of Curwensville.

The Lord restores.

“So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.”     Romans 10:17

Praise the Lord!