Dear praying friends,
 
Hello from the beautiful country of El Salvador! I have finally arrived! A glorious new chapter of my life is just beginning, and I am truly looking forward to seeing how God will glorify His Son, Jesus Christ, during the next weeks and months, as well as the years ahead (that is to say, if Christ doesn't rapture us soon).
 
Pastor Rosales picked me up at the airport. For a brief time I will be living with him and his family until I can find a suitable home to rent. He is patiently assisting me with the heap of necessary paperwork as we jump through many hoops required by Immigration. I have been told by several people that if one little jot of my paperwork is incorrect, I will have to restart the application process in the coming months. It is my prayer that I can obtain my Resident Visa as soon as possible. Without it, I will be classified by the government solely as a "Tourist," and that would limit my effectiveness in ministry here. In addition, I would be required to leave and re-enter the country every 90 or 180 days. So please keep this in prayer! Thank you!
 
Before moving to El Salvador, my schedule for the past three months was very active. I traveled here and there, visiting churches in California, Florida, Georgia, Ohio, and Tennessee. Meanwhile, I had to sell my home, as well as sell or give away most of my earthly possessions. God surprised me with a big relief just one hour before my realtor was to put my home up for sale on the market. A buyer offered me exactly what many of us had been praying for! Hallelujah! And so the house was sold without ever being listed by the realtor.
 
While visiting churches in the U.S., I was blessed to go out and do some soulwinning in various towns. In California, one church I visited hasn't let the government mandates stop their evangelization efforts. Instead of going door-to-door to share the gospel with folks at their doorsteps, we went out into parking lots of big-box stores. I was surprised that not one person refused a gospel tract from me. And several people allowed me to share the gospel with them. One man in particular told me that he had been thinking about finding a church because of "everything that is going on in the world." He had some good questions, and it certainly was a joy to show him the answers from God's Holy Bible.
 
Back in June, I was able to visit and speak before a college ministry from my alma mater. One young man expressed his desire to learn how to approach people on the streets and share the gospel with anyone. I wish every Christian had the same desire to learn to do what God commands and demonstrates in the Scriptures. So one afternoon, this young man and I hit the streets in his town with the sole purpose of walking up to strangers and talking to them about eternal matters such as hell, sin, judgment, and Jesus.
 
Near the end of our time of witnessing as the young man and I began walking back to his car, we met a young, oppressed man named Travis. We spent a good amount of time talking to Travis, showing him many infallible proofs from God's holy Word. Travis turned and looked at me and asked, "How can I get saved?" As Paul and Silas did in Acts 16:31-32, we showed Travis the word of the Lord, and said, "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and you shall be saved." And right there on a street bench, Travis called out to Christ to save him. Hallelujah!
 
I always need to express a heartfelt thank you to so many of you for the kindness you have shown toward me this past year. It has been a sincere joy to my spirit to get to know many of you brothers and sisters in Christ. I have enjoyed our conversations, suppers, times of pray walks together, playing games, soulwinning together, and many other activities. My heart is filled with many wonderful memories. In addition, recently, some of you have contacted me through Facebook and email to let me know that you are praying for me. THANK YOU. Your words are refreshing to my spirit. Each time I hear from friends, it means so much to me to know that someone is praying for me. THANK YOU!
 
Lastly, please keep in mind that my home/sending church in Ohio does not have a full-time secretary. I ask that you remember to send all financial support checks to All Points Baptist Mission, who is assisting me from the American side. Their mailing address is: All Points Baptist Mission, P.O. Box 977, New Philadelphia, Ohio 44663. And please remember to write on the memo line of the check: "Lawrence Bowman."

Thank you!
 
Lawrence Bowman
 

Dear friends of the ministry,
 
As July is approaching, my hope and enthusiasm increase about moving to El Salvador. I cannot wait to make friendships and preach Christ among the young men who are ensnared in Satan’s MS13 and Calle 18 gangs. There truly is a cause to serve Christ; and there truly is a cause for Christians to stop what we are doing and pray to God. Prayer is so vitally important, and so I want to sincerely thank each Christian who spends time praying for me and El Salvador. I covet and beg for prayers more than anything!
 
Our Lord over the past three months has allowed me to present my ministry before churches in Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Tennessee, Florida, and in California, where I am presently. Though I have need for the brethren to faithfully financially support my ministry, my greatest need--of which I inform churches everywhere--is that I plead greatly, seeking for people to co-labor with me in prayer each day. It is by prayer that we find God’s favor and good hand upon us.
 
I am grateful that God is allowing me to get to know more brothers and sisters in Christ. Being on the road constantly driving hundreds of miles is wearisome to my body and mind sometimes. I have great joy and consolation in the love from the family of God, because the saints often refresh my spirit. For example, one church I visited in Wisconsin allowed me to hang out with one family after another; it was just exactly what I needed. Then another church I visited in the south showed great kindness to me, and it was exactly when I needed it. A church I visited in Pennsylvania had a choir that lifted my spirits; the choir members sang so beautifully that I gloriously sensed we were sitting before the Throne of God in Heaven.
 
Traveling much does come with opportunities when I can see God demonstrating His faithfulness. On a late evening, one of my tires blew out. God spared me from getting into a wreck, and I was quickly able to get off the highway onto a parking lot. It was almost midnight, but I thank the Lord that I was able to find a tow truck to assist me. The young man driving the tow truck went out of his way to help me. He took the wheel with my destroyed tire to a 24-hour shop where the workers replaced it with a new tire, and he didn’t charge me for the extra service. During our time together, he related to me that his previous client had been telling him about Jesus. I told him that God allowed my tire to blow out just so that I, too, could emphasize his great need to repent and turn to Christ. I was able to share the gospel with him. He didn’t get saved right then, but he came to understand that he was on his way to hell and would think about what we discussed. I am a firm believer that sometimes God allows troubles in our lives so that we would trust Him and share Christ with those around us. At 3 a.m. I was able to finally get back on the deputation road.
 
In California, I have been able to go along with people from a church for their weekly time of evangelism. We went out to the parking lots of big box retailers to find and talk to people about the Lord. I was encouraged that every person I approached gladly received a gospel tract from me. Some even thanked me for the scriptures. And quite a few gave me the time to talk with them about eternal matters. One man by the name of Rob told me that he had not been to church in a very long time, that he was a critical thinker, and that he would like to visit the church. I gave him the pastor’s phone number and strongly suggested that he pick up his Bible and consider the words in the book of Romans. Please pray for Rob that he will learn to rest in Christ and begin meeting with other believers.
 
Thus far, on my schedule for the month of June, God has given me only one church where I can present my ministry. If your church would be interested in hearing about my work, please do contact me. Or you can go to the homepage of my ministry’s website and watch a 30-minute presentation video about my work, found at www.MissionFrontier.info.
 
Whenever I have been home in Ohio, my parents and I have been working to sell most of my possessions. We held a moving sale for four days, and during that time several hundred people passed through my home and bought a lot of things. I also used the opportunity for an awesome time in soulwinning. We were able to give most guests a gospel tract and tell them my story. People were curious about my reason for moving to a third-world nation. I was able to share my testimony, share the gospel, and explain their need for Christ. Revelation 12:11 tells us that our personal testimony is powerful to overcome Satan. I think that’s why the apostle Paul in his writings was always sharing his life story with people: he told about who he was before he met Christ; how Christ saved him; and what Christ was doing in his life after salvation (such as in Acts 9).
 
Sometimes people won’t listen to the gospel; however, I have discovered that they will listen to a personal testimony, and while I share my story, I include the gospel in the edgeways for their hearts. Then the Holy Spirit can do some more work in their hearts in wooing them to Christ!
 
We have an awesome God who enjoys doing the impossible! I need to sell my house before I can move overseas. A few weeks ago when I was in Ohio, my realtor came over to take pictures of my home so he could list it on the MLS for sale. That afternoon before he listed my home, a lady came over and gave me an offer that I couldn’t refuse. It was exactly what my church and I had been asking the Lord for. I gladly accepted her offer and we are presently in contract. Please keep this ongoing transaction in your prayers.
 
On a number of occasions many individuals have asked me if I fear to go live in El Salvador, a nation that has for decades been known for its profound troubles. I appreciate their concern and questions, and I am always delighted to magnify Christ. I do not sense fear or apprehension; the Lord has filled my heart with divine joy, daring love and a firm concern for the people. God has given my mind rest through many promises from His Word, such as Joshua 1:5: “There shall not any man be able to stand before thee all the days of thy life: as I was with Moses, so I will be with thee: I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.” I have great heaviness and continual sorrow in my heart that many people are dying without Christ and entering an eternal damnation. I am filled with profound conviction that Christ is worthy for souls to be saved so that for all eternity they should bring forth the praises due to the worthy Lamb of God.
 
Please contact me at your convenience if I may be of any encouragement to you. We are co-laborers together with Christ: Praying, giving, and serving together with God.
 
Your friend,
 
Lawrence Bowman

In the last five days, against Israel, over 1,500 rockets have been fired out of Gaza at innocent Jews throughout Israel, and over 35,000 incidents of terror have been committed out of Gaza. The land of Gaza was given unto the self-proclaimed Palestinians by Israeli generosity in 2005. No other Muslim nation wanted them. One would think they would be saying "Thank you" to the Israelis for allowing them a place to live in peace. The Palestinian political structure, from Arafat and before, is based upon terror. They terrorized the neighbors everywhere they have lived, and they continue to make themselves as proxy enemies against Israel.
 
At the same time, Facebook and other social media sites refuse to take down posts which are calling for the expulsion of the Jews or telling Hitler they miss him, meanwhile they continue to illegally censor conservatives off of these social media sites.
 
The news media is trying to paint the Palestinians as the victims even though they are the enemies who started the bombings against Israel. When Israel retaliates and tries to defend itself outcry comes from liberals everywhere calling for Israel to show restraint. The Palestinians and liberals always blame Israel for something that they, the Palestinians and liberals, are guilty of doing.
 
It is very obvious the Terrorist organizations are emboldened because President Trump not in the Whitehouse. With Biden in office the terrorist groups have been taking advantage of his weak leadership, which in turn causes innocent people to die. Many of this week’s rockets are of longer range and have been reach Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Such are the type provided by Iran and Russia and smuggled into Gaza through various means. I wonder how much of the billions Obama, Biden and Kerry gave to the Iranians was used to manufacture these rockets? I wonder how much of the $50+ million Biden has given to the Palestinian terror led structure this year was used to manufacture today's rockets? 
 
As far as choosing sides it is very simple. The ministry of Mission Frontier and myself choose the side God is on and that is the side of His people, the descendants of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the Jewish people. We have made our stand and will continue to do so for Israel.
 
Dear reader take your stand. Take your stand in the pulpit preacher. Take your stand in the classroom teacher. Take your stand in the home father. Take your stand! Don’t try to play both sides. Your either for Israel or against Israel, there is no middle ground. Don't just say you are for Israel. Do something about it.

Dear friends of the ministry,
 
During the past few months, I have sensed on my heart a heavy emphasis for souls, and it has grown exceedingly. In the United States it seems that the hearts of many people are waxing worse and worse, deceiving and being deceived. Meanwhile, during my travels abroad to other nations, I have noticed that the same old deceptions used by the devil here in the U.S. are now being embraced by others around the world. We are living in perilous times, and the hearts of many people are increasingly growing cold toward one another and toward a desire to even know God.

Nevertheless, I am greatly encouraged that there still are souls to be sought! The harvest of the earth is ripe because our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ soon is to come as a thief in the night and rapture His church. Meanwhile, today, while there is still light, we Christians ought to be about our Father's business: The harvest of souls! The harvest truly is plenteous, but the sad reality is that the labourers are so few.
 
I just returned to the States from two international trips. My first trip was to a Restricted Access Nation--meaning that human authorities create difficulties and challenges for their people to have access to the Gospel. It truly is a beautiful nation. The people are bountiful in relationships, hospitality, and a beautiful culture. However, their lives are suppressed by superior entities beyond their control. They yearn for hope yet do not know where to find it.
 
I have the HOPE and His name is the Lord Jesus Christ! I was greatly privileged to go and serve some wonderful people for a short time. Many restrictions were put upon me, yet God did open doors for me to peacefully serve the people in deed and in the Word. I do believe the church will continue to grow in quantity as well as maturity because the people have a great opportunity. When human authorities take away people's false hopes in riches and leadership, then the true HOPE can become easier to see! Jesus Christ is that only hope.
 
Christians in Restricted Access Nations seem to have a better awareness of this truth than most of us in "free" nations where everything is readily accessible. Hope needs to be announced to these people; however, the laborers are few. It is grievous to report that a great number of people who want Hope and are ripe to receive Hope do not know about the true Hope. And the blame is ours. Romans 10:14 poses these questions: "How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard?"
 
How shall people believe on the Lord Jesus Christ if there is no one to tell them about Him?
 
My friend, have you ever considered becoming a missionary on a foreign field? Have you ever seriously fasted and asked the Lord if He would have you leave your comforts and go to serve a people group that does not know about our wonderful Savior? I am seriously begging you to prayerfully consider such an endeavor. Yes, there must be preparation, and it is true that the personal costs are high. However, the rewards are priceless and beyond your greatest imaginations!
 
For example, during my other trip, to the nation of the Dominican Republic, I encountered many divine appointments. And because of these divine meetings with people in common places, I had the privilege of spending time explaining the gospel to individuals who are searching for truth. One such time was when I was waiting for a friend in a boring hospital waiting room. I gave a gospel tract to a young man sitting next to me. He then began to read the whole tract. After he read it, I asked him if he understood what he read. We then discussed it, and about an hour later he asked me, "Can I receive Christ right here right now?"
 
I was so happy to hear him ask that. I joyously answered, "Absolutely!" And right there in a waiting room, he called upon the Savior for salvation.
 
This is just one of many joys that God gave me during my service in the Dominican Republic. God opened many doors for me to preach at many churches to exhort the people in matters soulwinning and discipleship.
 
God also provided some other opportunities for me to speak to needy kids at some schools. I was allowed to speak before a group of elementary school students as well as at the junior level school. During my talks, I shared my personal testimony and told how the Lord and the Bible have been helping me in life. In addition, I was asked to speak about an important topic that affects too many children: molestation and sexual abuse. Many times when children are being sexually abused they do not say or do anything because they are confused or frightened. So during my time before these students, I discussed important topics that will be a big help to them and their loved ones. For example, I explained to these youngsters what molestation and abuse are, and I emphasized the importance of going to a "good" person, such a teacher, and talking about what's on their minds.
 
Lastly, in the Dominican Republic, I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with certain leaders of a local church and discuss their plans to open a rescue boys home. I was greatly encouraged to hear about all the preparations they have made. And it's just a matter of time until some needy boys will have a safe place to call home!
 
I sincerely want to thank those of you who pray for this ministry and who faithfully financially invest in our work. Various challenges have arisen during the past three months, yet God has sustained.
 
Orphan Frontier has the privilege of partaking in helping orphanages, children's homes, and ministries in India, Israel, Malawi, Mexico, Peru, and the Philippines. You can learn more in detail about these ministries on our website at www.OrphanFrontier.org. Christmas will soon be here! If you might desire to give a financial Christmas gift to help an orphanage somewhere in the world, would you please earmark your special gift to note which children's home you desire to help?
 
Thank you!
 
And Merry Christmas!