Open Doors

The LORD sent us funds to build this small greenhouse in a blank portion of the field beside our house that is wasted and unused space. The goal is to improve the neighborhood, by offering a cheaper food source, and hopefully introduce hydroponic culture to the people. One particular family we have been ministering to can possibly acquire additional income from this. It took us almost two weeks to build on our own (to save labor costs), and ensure it is sturdy enough to withstand constant heavy downpour. We have yet to see how it holds up against a storm.

So far, this is only the beginning of a planned expansion of sorts, to output at the most 500 vegetable heads per week. At least that's what the plan is. But we are still studying the craft. We will also be offering our neighbors free Fire Trees to whoever wants one. I dream of someday walking our roads lined with multi-colored flowering trees. As of late, I have almost 15 fire trees ready to be given away. We also have two  Palawan cherry blossom trees, and one golden trumpet tree. This will make the community absolutely beautiful when these are all planted and fully grown.

Fire tree

Palawan cherry blossom

Golden trumpet tree

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As we go deeper into our studies, particularly an extensive breakdown of the 10 commandments as part of the catechism series, we have learned not only to be believers separated from the world, but to be believers who are still part of the world. We are to strive to become a people who have a positive influence on everyone around us. To give light unto all that are in the house. Such is the case of Potiphar's household being blessed on behalf of Joseph, and Laban through Jacob. Our goal is not only to reach the people with the saving gospel of Christ, but to see their lives improve for the better.