Common Vision (same God)

I had coffee today with a guy who is with Campus Outreach in Brazil. His name is Russell Long and as we shared with each other, it became evident once again - that God is laying the same heart and vision - not only in the hearts of Christian leaders here in the United States, but the same vision in the hearts of these leaders around the world.

A few Sundays ago, I shared at VL that God is doing something common in the lives of Christian leaders in our country and "probably around the world" - but I didn't know first hand until today how true that is.

As we talked, he shared about his ministry to basically engage these university students. He said that it is really going in there and building relationships (which is SO important) with these students and inviting them to "consider Christ". I love the way he put this and then he shared the story from John 1 where Andrew and Peter were brought into contact with Jesus - and then Andrew went to Phillip and told him to "come and see". This reminded me once again that we cannot change someone's life - but we can, and as Russell talked about, we are called to share with people and invite people to "consider Christ".

We both shared some stories of individuals that we have personally built relationships with and talked about processes and challenges for "the Church" to accomplish what Jesus has called us to. It greatly encouraged me because although we are MANY miles apart, God is desiring to do the same thing here as He is there - and there as He is here.

A Common Vision - because it is the same God that has the world on His heart - and the world meaning the PEOPLE of the world!

Please pray for Russell and his family and their team in Brazil. Also pray and consider partnering with them financially as their support has dropped drastically. His email address is rlong@campusoutreach.org