So Nicole’s introduction to Kenyan life has not been very pleasant so far. Though all the people have been wonderful to us, Nicole has already experienced the wonders of Kenyan food poisoning. At least, that is what we think caused her 30 hours of severe diarrhea and vomiting during our first week. We have also just found out that the fever, chills, severe stomach and joint pain that she has begun to become very familiarity with these past several days turn out to be the symptoms from malaria that a kind mosquito has decided to donate to her. Despite all that she has gone through, she still has been able to keep a positive attitude most of the time. I am so proud of how she has handled everything. We just got back from the hospital a few hours ago with medication, and she has finally been able to fall asleep, so she should be feeling better soon. We would appreciate your prayers for a speedy recovery and that Nicole can recover her strength and health. ~ Jeremy

I did my devotional today after finding out that Nicole had malaria, and this verse really stood out to me.
“We work hard and suffer much in order that people will believe the truth, for our hope is in the living God, who is the Savior of all people.” 1 Tim 4:10.
May this verse be an encouragement to Nicole and many others when they experience suffering in the midst of their ministry.