Newsletter 8/31/24

We have an abundance problem!

When you grow by 216% in one year, you have an abundance problem!

Last Spring I read a tiny but powerful little book, The Prayer of Jabez, and prayed that prayer over our school. “Expand our territory, Lord!” I Chronicles 4:10 says, “Jabez called upon the God of Israel, saying, ‘Oh that you would bless me and enlarge my border, and that your hand might be with me, and that you would keep me from harm so that it might not bring me pain!’ And God granted what he asked.” As Jabez prayerfully trusted God to direct his life, God blessed Jabez with provision. It’s how we should pray - for provision, not prosperity.

Blessed us He has, with 117 kids and 8 new teachers this Fall! Sometimes it feels like we’re just hanging on for dear life as we build this airplane while we’re flying it. Other times it feels like the most natural thing to do…either way, we are experiencing the blessing (and provision) that comes when we dedicate our work to the Lord, and when we cooperate with God’s design for teaching and learning.

We are thankful and grateful for your prayers over our kids and over our school as we continue to pursue Him in our daily lives! Join us in prayer for our facilities. We have outgrown our current space and patiently wait on the Lord for the door He plans to open for us so we can serve more families!

WHAT’S COMING UP!

Sep 2 (Mon) - Labor Day, NO SCHOOL

Sep 4 (Wed) - Family lunch! Lower School (K-3rd) 11:15-12:00, Upper School (4th-7th) 12:00-12:45 pm. Each student may invite ONE family member to join them for lunch. You may bring them lunch from anywhere you wish!

Sep 6 (Fri) - Family chapel, 8-8:30 am.. All family members are welcome to attend every Friday.

Sep 13 (Fri) - All school field trip to the Crawford County Fair! Details and permission slip are coming.

Sep 19 (Thurs) - 8-9 am. Goodies with Grandparents! Grandparents are invited to join us for a special Morning Welcome followed by donuts and fruit with the kids!

If you’re seeking giving opportunities, please consider Joshua Academy as a recipient of your generosity. We are doing excellent work and our kids are thriving academically as they also come to know Jesus in a deeper and more meaningful way!