While you are home electing our next President (I’ve already voted), I’ll be in the southernmost part of Mexico. This is my first trip to the state of Chiapas. It’s been on my heart to go there for a long, long time. There are 11 states in Mexico where Christians are still persecuted. Chiapas is the worst. For those who can figure out youtube, search for Persecution of the Church in Chiapas.

I”ve had a heart-interest in our suffering brothers and sisters around the globe for many years. As some of you probably do, I receive The Voice of the Martyrs magazine and email updates. The blood of the martyrs is still the seed of the Church in much of the world today. Praying for these family members should be a regular part of our day. “Remember the prisoners as if chained with them—those who are mistreated—since you yourselves are in the body also…if one member suffers, all the members suffer with it.” (Hebrews 13, 1 Corinthians 12)

Pray that I will be able through the Spirit of Jesus to communicate genuine compassion for the believers in Chiapas. I’ll be there October 25-November 8. The first week, I’ll be by myself. I’ll fly in through Mexico City to Tuxclapa (I think). From there, I’ll take a 3 1/2 hour cab drive up into the mountains to Simojovel de Allende (I think.) A pastor named Eufemio will meet me (I hope.) He speaks no English. He and I will be exploring some new territory (I believe) to share the Gospel and plant churches. If all this sounds a little tentative or vague, you’re right. For those who have ever been on a mission trip, you understand. Even the best organized plans go out the window. Flexibility is the key, that and sensitivity to the Holy Spirit.

Thank you for supporting Terri and me and enabling us to do what God has called us to do. We depend on you more than you’ll ever know.

Pray for Revival and the Persecuted Church,
Dan Grindstaff
21160 S. FM 4
Lipan TX 76462