Today our team travelled into the interior of Turkey to the city of Eskisehir. This is the site of an important battle in the battler for independence; the home to three universities, and an indomitable church plant. The city is also home to a large group of Iranian refugees.
We had lunch with the pastor and his wife and heard a powerful and touching story of love, endurance and faithfulness. we were all encouraged by the stories of God's powerful calling of people into his Kingdom.
The internet is becoming an increasingly powerful tool in this country (as it is in the USA), one person spends almost his full time following up, and reaching out to these seekers and unknown citizens of the Kingdom.
Finally, the weakest link of our team broke down and pleaded for supper at McDonalds. When is request was seconded by the comment "I cannot eat another chicken and rice dish for a year!" it was Big Macs for all (almost).
Tomorrow it is back into the Old City and the conclusion of our historical introduction to the fascinating city of Istanbul.
Bruce for the team.
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