Hello from team Zambia!

Since our last report we have wrapped up our time in the bush and traveled back to Ndola Base for two days, and now we’re in Livingstone doing our sightseeing!

So, let me catch you all up!

On Friday, we traveled back to Ndola and we praise the Lord for safe journeys. On our way back, we all had a chance to stop at ShopRite to get some goodies and snacks for travel and sightseeing. The kids had a blast!

After arriving back to a warm welcome at Ndola base, we unpacked and headed to bed to get some much needed rest!

Saturday was spent catching up on memory verses, and lots of dusty laundry! The leaders were also able to go into town to stock up on a few items.

Sunday morning we were up at 3:30 AM to pack our bus for what ended up being a 14 hour bus ride. From Ndola all the way down to Livingstone!

It was a long journey, but it all went well and we were safe which was a blessing!

This morning we awoke at our lodge and had some breakfast and then headed out on our Game Park ride. We were able to see; elephants, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, monkeys, impalas and more! So amazing!

On our itinerary next is a sunset cruise on the Zambezi River this evening along with dinner.

Tomorrow we will visit Victoria Falls and do our souvenir shopping!

Early Wednesday we will travel back to Ndola Base and be there until our flight out on Saturday.

We cannot believe our time in Zambia is coming to a close. We’ve had such an amazing time here and are so thankful for all God has done and is continuing to do!

 As promised, here’s some testimonies from the kids (and leaders :))

1. It’s been such a pleasure and privilege to get to serve the Lord here in Zambia, and I’ve loved every minute of it. The Lord has taught me so much while I’ve been here and has made me love and rely on Him more than ever. -Evan W.

2. The bush was incredible and eye opening. It was truly amazing to see the joy in the Zambian people and how God worked in our time here. -Annika S.

3. During the trip, I had two prayers answered. For one, I really don’t care anymore what people think of me as long as God is pleased. The other is that lots of people came to repentance because we came to Zambia. -Maranatha R.

4. It’s been awesome to play with the little African kids who are content with the clothes on their backs. Also, seeing the joy and surprise in people’s eyes when their eyeglasses worked was very encouraging. -Benjamin S.

5. This summer has been such an eye opener and God has shown me so much. One of those being that I need to hold my own plans for the future in a loose hand. -Josh N.

6. Our trip has been filled with laughter, fellowship, singing, and some trauma bonding, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. God has really brought our team together which has been very helpful for our clinics. -Allani S.

7. Our time in Zambia has been amazing. It is truly exceptional to see the joy and faith of the people here. It has been incredible to see God work through our clinics and as we spread the Gospel. -Grace M.

8. I had heard from other people that God seems closer on missions trips. I have learned on this trip that He is just as close at home, we just don’t take the time and effort to be as close to Him in the midst of our busy lives as we have in Zambia. -Esther M.

9. My time in the bush of Zambia has taught me two things: 1. God is the same in the wilderness as He is in civilization, 2. Joy comes from your hearts perspective, not material things. I thank God for all the small things. -Acelyn W.

10. Zambia is a beautiful place with beautiful people. I am happy to do God’s work and give medical assistance with my team, the Zam Fam. -Julia O.

11. I love how joyful and thankful the people are here in Zambia. One thing the Lord has shown me is to be thankful even in the hard times. -Rivers E.

12. It’s been cool to see God’s reach here in Zambia. The TMI staff at the bases love the Lord and genuinely want to be there. -Isaac H.

13. I have learned a lot while being in the field. One of the things I have learned is that you can be joyful in everything you have and do. -Rebecca M.

14. God has truly been teaching me so much these past weeks! He has really given me an aching heart for people who are physically and spiritually hurting. He’s shown me that I need to be more grateful for the things in my life and that I am so much more joyful when I chase after Him! -Cory S.

15. God has taught me through the people we reached through our clinics how to have joy in every circumstance. He has also taught me gratitude through the example of those around me. -Maggie M.

16. It’s been awesome here in Zambia! I’ve really enjoyed being in the bush and seeing how joyful everyone is there, even the little ones! -Addie H.

17. It’s amazing to see all that God is doing here. Everyone is so friendly and they make us feel at home. This is a beautiful country with beautiful people. -Libby G.

18. Coming here to TMI has reopened my eyes to how much the world needs Jesus. This is my third year with TMI and I still love how they teach us how to be the hands and feet of Jesus. -Ben M.

19. Staying in the Zambian bush was an amazing experience! It was incredible to see how joyful and thankful the people we helped were even though they lacked many material possessions. Definitely an inspiration to be thankful for what God has done for me. -Danielle P.

20. In the bush, they don’t have a lot of things that I’m used to having, like enough food or clean water, but the people are so joyful. God showed me that you can always find a way to be joyful, and to not take what I have for granted. -Allison Y.

21. I love getting to see how much the team members find their stride as the clinics progress! The confidence and boldness not only in medicine but in praying with those we're serving make it all worthwhile. -Mr. Kyle C.

22. What an honor it is to serve the Lord. It has been a blessing to me to see each of your kids grow in this knowledge and ability in serving God. It’s also a blessing to laugh with them and get to know them each. I’m also thankful for each of the staff, students, and interns of TMI Zambia. What wonderful brothers and sisters in Christ they have been to us. They have made our time here so amazing. -Miss Emily B.

23. Be joyfull in what you have and where you are. God will meet you where you are with what you need. -Mr. Micaiah B.

24. The joy of the people here is evident, and the love and kindness they share is genuine. It’s been spiritually encouraging to watch the local people worship the Lord without reservation and with complete joy. Alongside this, God has grown within me the love of servitude that I had not previously had. -Miss. Caitlyn S.