K.R.A.K.L. day 6

Konichiwa from Tokyo!

Yesterday was a critical point in our trip. Our team journeyed to the "Harvard" in Japan known as Tokyo U, or Todai for short. This is one of the most prestigious schools in all of Asia. We attended a weekly bible study in a classroom that afternoon, sang a song, and our very own KAY TERADA gave a moving message. It was powerful, and definitely people were touched. Interesting observation, the room wasn't completely closed off at the top, so everyone outside (study area) could hear us worshiping and Kay giving her message. We are certain that seeds were planted because we were definitely loud. After that we were able to prayer walk around the beautiful campus. It was definitely a very impacting day for our team.

At night we were able to meet up with a friend of Robert's for dinner. This guy, "At-Sushi" (what an awesome name) is not saved, but Robert has been reaching out to him every trip for the last couple of years. He's heard the gospel time and time again, it's only a matter of time before He gets saved. Pray for him!!

Prayer Points for today:
-Team 2 is currently on flight to Japan, Pray that everything will go smoothly, especially with the luggage.
-Strength for the team for today's events, two people will be giving messages to two different Bible Studies
-For an increase level of sensitivity to the Holy Spirit for the team.
-Jesus to be glorified in Japan

Until tomorrow, Jan-ne!! (means..goodbye. i think.)

陳 頌 源

A day of ministry...and double dutch

Yesterday was a good day of ministering together a team. First we had worship practice as well as practicing some of the dramas that we have. We also went and ministered in an English class at a University. We were able to break up into groups and minister the Gospel as well as sing songs and do a drama about hopelessness and Jesus' delivering power. Many were touched in the room and were caused to think deeply. I gave a short message about God and then the team got to follow up with some discussion about my message. The meeting was a success because Jesus was glorified. After leaving the meeting here comes the good part...we ended up stumbling upon a double dutch group on campus. So...5 crazy Americans...of course we asked to get in. I have never double dutched in my life and have always been afraid of getting hit in the head. But...I did and got over the ropes for a SHORT amount of time. We all pretty much failed except for Kenneth. Surprisingly he jumped in and double dutched like it was his occupation! hahahahahahahahaha. It was crazy for everyone to experience.

I'm so proud of the team here. We are ministering well as a group and are really pressing passed the fear of man in order to preach the Gospel. While on the trains coming home we were able to talk to different people. I am so proud of the team here as well as the team preparing diligently in America. The night was capped off with one of my favorite restaurants....JS Burgers!!!!!!!!!!

Today, we will go and minister at a Bible Study at University of Tokyo. We will also do some evangelism and prayer walking. Will you pray for grace and strength for us? Please pray for healing for Kenneth and I.

-Robert-

Expectations for Japan

It is Sunday afternoon in America and I come to you live from Kansas City, Missouri.

The team that is still in America (David, Andy, Tyler, Tim, Sabin, and Sharon) have been quite busy in preparation for Japan. While learning our songs and skits, we want Jesus to be glorified. All of us are expectant for God to act in multiple ways in Japan. Our prayers are for the people in Japan to know Jesus in a clear way in which they know Him as God and as the Lamb who was slain for their sins. We also expect to see healings, signs, and wonders for the purpose that the church in Japan will be strengthen by God so that they will happily and boldly preach the good news.

On a personal note, I've gotten to know and enjoy the people who are on my team. We encourage one another daily which has been so refreshing for me. We laugh together, we pray together, we get serious and we'll even joke around at times. Our next 2 weeks in Japan will be quite hectic, but I have no doubt that the love of God will sustain us and guard our hearts so that we continue in love for another another.

Here are some prayer points:
1) That we would continue in love for Jesus and one another
2) That we would know all our songs & skits
3) PRAY FOR FIRST CLASS SEATS FOR ALL OF US!!! =)

Coming to you live from Kansas City, Missouri. This is Andy Axne, a reporter YOU can trust. Over and out.

Sunday Morning in Japan

It is Sunday morning here in Japan and we are preparing to Minister at ICA and GAP church today.

Yesterday Kay and Amos went with Susan to help out at an English class. While they were doing that Robert Lucas and I prepared for the Harp and Bowl set that we had last night at ChiHOP. The set was from 7-9pm last night. The Harp and Bowl set was amazing we sang songs in English and Japanese. Near the end of the two hours we prayed for all those who came. The Holy Spirit came and we were able to encourage and bless everyone who came.

Today at ICA and GAP, Robert will be preaching on Hope and we will be leading worship. We are expetant for the Lord to touch many hearts.


Prayer request
Robert as he preaches
health of the team
Strengthen the team still in america

Third Day in Japan

Yesterday we did two things we went to Meiji university and celebrated Yuri Birthday.

At Meiji University we participated in a English Study Group. Where students could work on their English. We went there and talked to them in English, Japanese, and Mandarin. The Students in the Group span from chinese to Japanese men and women. We were able to dialogue with them in the subject of friendship. While Robert and Lucas gave some of their testimony about God being our friend. It was an amazing time of making friendships and building relationships.



After that we celebrated Yuri birthday. We went to museums and ate dinner at the Hard Rock Cafe. We had the provliedge of fellowshiping with Yuri, Joyce, Susan, Amanda, and Tony. Who are all missionaries here in Japan.



Today some of us are going to a English class and then tonight we will be doing a Harp and Bowl set.

Prayer Request
1. That the Lord will strengthen us as we get over Jetlag
2. For our Health
3. Divine Appointments

K.R.A.K.L. in Japan day 1

Welcome to K.R.A.K.L. in Japan (Kenneth, Robert, Amos, Kay, Lucas)

We just finished our first full day in Japan and we are all about ready to hit the sack. Despite the jetlag, we got a good night sleep at the Chi Alpha Student Center in Tokyo and started the day off with orientation and an overview of our time here in Japan, then after lunch we went to the grocery store and got food for breakfast for the week. One of the girls who works with Chi Alpha, namely Amanda, teaches an english class for Japanese children at a church in Tokyo as an outreach to the kids and their parents. The highlight of the day was when we got to play with the kids, they were sooooo crazy! We played a game called "McDonald's" and they were running around and having a blast. I really like this type of outreach because english is very popular in Japan and it is an easy way for the church to build long-lasting relationship with the people, which has proven to be the most effective kind of evangelism in Japan.



You can pray for;
-Our bodies to recover from jetlag quickly
-Strength for our bodies, esp. Robert's legs (we are walking much more than our bodies are used to),
-Robert's suitcase got left behind in San Francisco, so we need that asap
-love and humility within our team
-grace for the other half of the team as they prepare to arrive here on June 1

We will be updating this blog daily with new praise reports and prayer points:)
Thanks for listening
Over and out
Lucas Whitten