Today was another day that words can barely describe. As with every Saturday convention program, the baptism was the highlight of the day. Of course we do not have the figures yet, but the fact that there were 10 baptismal pools set up was an indication that this was going to be a momentous occasion. There were sections designated for baptismal candidates in each main language group. The pictures can't possibly capture the spirit of the moment as they all walked out on the main grounds from various places in the stadium. It was absolutely breathtaking to see what looked like thousands streaming to symbolize their dedication to Jehovah.
Wow! Tickets used to get accurate count of the baptismal candidates
What a joy to be among the 74,694 in attendance for this thrilling event!
Bonus: Added joy to learn that someone Kevin invited to the convention came on Friday!
Ask us later about these lessons learned during the convention program so far:
- Water into wine vs beer into furniture
- How are Bible laws like an umbrella?
- What does Matt 5:3 have to do with temperature?
- The Africa Safari has it's Big 5. So does Satan - know what it is?
And this one was too good to hold back: Since the start of the Aug special tract campaign, every day 300 people on average have requested home bible studies via the JW.org website!
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Here are some of the funny and touching experiences I've enjoyed and heard over the past few weeks:
Bible, anyone?
During the Vic Falls portion of our tour, a sister was witnessing to a lady and offered her the JW.org tract. The lady asked her "Do you have a Bible?" The sister went to her room to get her personal bible but when she returned the lady was not there.
A nearby man had overheard the conversation. Told her that the lady was on the bus and it had not left yet. The man then went to flag down the bus.
The sister went on the bus, found the lady and when she handed the lady the Bible the whole bus broke out in applause. Of course, she then went on to witness to the helpful man.
The lost tooth
One sister has a loose tooth. Unfortunately, she lost her tooth down the drain at one of the hotels the day before we were due to leave. The morning of our departure, she told the hotel of her dilemma.
When the maintenance man arrived, her tried in vain to open the pipe with his makeshift tools. When he learned that she was departing soon, he found a hand saw, cut the pipe and retrieved the tooth. Have tooth, will travel.
One royal brother
We met a brother who was so excited about his baptism at this convention. His name was Zulu - and he is part of a famous royal family in Africa. But he regrets that he did not dedicate his life when he first learned the truth. But now that he joins his son who was baptized a week prior and now has the privilege of being part of Jehovah's family - he will soon enjoy life with no regrets.
What not to say in Zimbabwe
What do your parents do for work?
There is a 90% unemployment rate in Zimbabwe
What are some other third world countries?
Remember, this is Satan's wild kingdom.
We are citizens of God's kingdom which has no divisive boundaries
What time will the bus be here for our pickup?
Whatever time is published, plan for a departure 1/2 hour earlier than scheduled. And if you need tips on how to eat a full breakfast in 5 minutes or less, call Kevin.
Where can I get an African dress made?
One sister visiting from the US told a local sister that she liked the dress she was wearing. The local sister went home, took off the dress, washed it, and brought it to the sister as a gift later the same day. They have so little but they are literally giving us the clothes off their backs.
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-:- Andria surrounded by beautiful girls -:-
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-:- Stacy and the "beautiful??" boys -:-
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