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  06/06/09

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness,
hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of
the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
But we have this treasure in earthen vessels,
that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.
We are troubled on every side, yet not distressed;
we are perplexed, but not in despair.”
2 Corinthians 4:6-8

Thank you for your prayers!  Many of you have been praying and it has been obvious in the peace that God has given in this whole process.

The meeting that was scheduled for Thursday afternoon had to be postponed until Friday afternoon.  Bro. Rodrigo (the real estate agent) and I met with the owner of “the Dome” yesterday. Here is a summary of the meeting: 

·        We presented an offer of just over $150,000.00.

·        The owner was thinking $250,000.00 - firm.

·        We have not had the property officially appraised, but the value is close to $225,000.00, maybe more, so his asking price is not unreasonable.

·        Our offer was based on “our ability” to pay monthly payments at Guatemalan bank interest rates (11% to 14%).

·        The offer was rejected (obviously), but the negotiations are still open. 

The owner was very cordial and helpful.  He will be talking to the presidents of two banks here (who are his personal friends) to present our case and see what other options they might be able to offer.

 Although this would appear to be negative, it merely shows us the frailty of the human effort in doing God’s work.  In the above mentioned passage, the word “perplexed” is the Greek work aporeo, which literally means “without resources” and the word “despair” is the Greek word exaporeomai, which means “to be utterly at a loss; to renounce all hope”. 

That pretty much describes our outlook.  We are without resources (financially speaking), but not “utterly at a loss”, because we feel that the Lord is in this.  After sharing this news with my Dad (a pastor in Texas), my pastor, and several other brethren, all still had a very positive attitude regarding our proposed project.  My pastor said, “God’s going to do something”.  We believe that! 

The owner was very helpful and hopeful that we can arrive at a deal.  He has given us until June 30th to work out something financially. 

 

HERE IS WHAT WE ASK OF YOU: 

1.    PRAY for this need regularly. We feel that the timing is right, available land in this area is scarce, and the church needs a place of their own to continue to grow.

2.    SHARE this need with others.  By sending this email to others, by word of mouth, by prayer requests, etc.

3.    GET INVOLVED with this need personally.  God has an answer for this need.  The answer could be you – partially or entirely.  You may have or may have contact with someone who could help in securing this land for the Lord’s work.

·        Designated Offerings – All offerings received for Project Hieron will go exclusively for the purchase of land and property for Truth Baptist Church in Guatemala City.

·        Church Loan – One of the big limitations in our ability to get adequate financing in Guatemala is the 14% interest rates. Presently, the church can afford approximately $1500.00/month payments, but would need a loan for around $225,000.00 to work out a deal with the owner.  Our goal as a church would be to pay off the loan as soon as possible, increasing the monthly payments as finances allow. If you, or someone you know, would like to invest, no only for financial purposes, but for eternal purposes, please contact me as soon as possible to discuss further details.

 

 

We are convinced that GOD is in this.  We are “perplexed” as to how HE is going to work, however, “not in despair” but confident that HE is! 

“Trust in the LORD, and do good;
so shalt thou dwell in the land,
and verily thou shalt be fed.
Delight thyself also in the LORD;
and he shall give thee
the desires of thine heart.
Commit thy way unto the LORD;
trust also in him;
and he shall bring it to pass.”

Psalm 37:3-5 

Thank you for your prayers!

“Except the LORD build the house,
they labour in vain that build it…”

Psalm 127:1

If you would like to donate to this special building project,
you may send your offerings, designated to "Project Hieron"
or "Guatemalan Church Building," directly to our home church at:

Project Hieron - David Lott
Faith Baptist Church
1102 South 51st Street
Temple, TX 76504

or donate directly using PayPal's secure website