Hello from Macau.
2023 is shaping up to be a challenging season of transition for us. Over the past year or so, we both have clearly felt that God is leading us to step away from Macau. When we have asked, “Lord, Go Where and Do What?”, He has yet to answer those questions. But He has clearly said “Go and I will show you the where and what!”
So this year we are going towards a time and space to rest and listen to the Lord more clearly. We believe there is a new season of ministry ahead of us that God will reveal as we go. Here is our “Going in Faith” plan for this year:
During this Spring, we are stepping back from most of our ministry responsibilities in Macau. In June and July, we will be going to the USA to visit and share face-to-face with our supporting churches and visit our family and friends. We are asking you to join with us in praying for next steps and for those who are willing to continue supporting Light For The City, Inc. We are not retiring, rather we are seeking how to continue the ministry of Light For The City, Inc.
We will be taking Sabbatical in the Birmingham, England area during the last 5 months of this year. We hope that will be a time to rest, renew, discern, clearly hear and understand God’s will for us in the next season of our ministry.
We have been so blessed by our 27 years in Macau. Through the privilege of serving and the joy of loving friendships, Macau has become our home and we will deeply miss living here. Please continue to pray for Macau and our whole area.
We are sure of our local brothers and sisters ability to continue loving and serving people. We are hopeful in the network of loving relationships that have been built among the Guest Workers from different backgrounds and walks of life. Though we are extremely sad to leave, we leave Macau knowing that God is still here and continuing to love everyone, building beautiful relationships.
We invite you to journey with us this year through your prayers and financial support if you are willing.
We will keep in touch.
Thank you,
Sarah and Lawrence Ballew
