pi·o·neer (p-nîr) n. 1. One who ventures into unknown or unclaimed territory to settle. 2. One who opens up new areas of thought, research, or development: a pioneer in aviation. 3. A soldier who performs construction and demolition work in the field to facilitate troop movements. 4. Ecology An animal or plant species that establishes itself in a previously barren environment. adj. 1. Of, relating to, or characteristic of early settlers: the pioneer spirit. 2. Leading the way; trailblazing: a pioneer treatment for cancer. v. pi·o·neered, pi·o·neer·ing, pi·o·neers v.tr. 1. a. To open up (an area) or prepare (a way): rockets that pioneered outer space. b. To settle (a region). 2. To initiate or participate in the development of: surgeons who pioneered organ transplants. v.intr. To act as a pioneer...
We get the picture, right? Tomorrow morning is our first service. Here are a few words to describe the sentiment at the moment: excited, hopeful, expectant, nervous, anxious, scared. Basically, there is a lot going on deep within. It is a privilege to pioneer for His glory.
What will happen tomorrow? We shall see. We were so encouraged today as we outreached with invitations to "la nueva iglesia." We had two specific encounters that just made our hearts leap for joy. No matter what anyone says, there are people that are hungry for God. We will be sure to keep that in mind as we take the next step tomorrow.