Summer 2011

Shalom Friends!

Many things have happened since my last letter. I’ll try to bring you up to date, but first, let me thank you for your support. Your prayers have helped me accomplish some great things that would have been impossible without you. Please continue to pray and, if possible, to give a gift to help support me as your representative on the field.

Now, let me tell you what you have accomplished through me.

STORIES

I had the opportunity to speak in a church in Toronto, and I told the story of the leper. The next day our worker in Toronto, Jenya, said, “Guess what happened in Naena’s (her daughter) class today?” It turns out that her daughter’s teacher had attended the service on Sunday. When she got to class on Monday, she told the students that she had heard a great story in church the day before. She then proceeded to tell the story of the leper to her entire class! The students learned about the hope people can have through Messiah.

TRAVELS

We had the chance for several first-time visits. In August, Sharon and I had the opportunity to be a part of the Lausanne Consultation on Jewish Evangelism (LCJE) meetings north of London. I spoke at two sessions, saw old friends, and made a few new ones. It was a valuable time of fellowship. Sharon and I then took a week off to spend a few days in Paris (my first time) before traveling home.

Two weeks after we returned, I traveled to the Ukraine to be a part of the CJFM pastor’s conference titled, “Israel in God’s Plan: Past, Present, and Future.” More than 230 pastors attended. I did two stories there, and you can check the blog by following this link.

Me with Kai, LCJE coordinator

I was a little nervous before I presented my stories—talk about a different culture. But it was great to see God work as the stories touched people’s hearts. At the end of the story of Abraham and Isaac, there were several men who were moved to tears. Afterward, one of the men was talking about the day’s sessions and he couldn’t remember my name, so he said, “I really liked the little guy.” What a privilege to be able to encourage these pastors, and what better way than to share God’s word.

At the end of the conference I traveled to Dnepropetrovsk—yes, I can hardly say it either—to speak during two services at the First Baptist Church on Sunday morning. I shared the story of the paralytic man lowered through the roof by his friends. I spoke for a few minutes after the story, and I shared that a physical healing is important, but Messiah let this man know that a spiritual healing is more important and eternal. I told these dear people that although Jesus was not in a house down the street like the story, He is ready to heal them of a disease we all have—sin. Many people spoke to me after the service, and one woman told me that she was going to pray for my ministry every day.

First Baptist, Dnepropetrovsk

As soon as the services were over, we went to Alpha and Omega—a ministry to young people, where I shared the story of David and Goliath. The point of this story is that no matter what problems we have, God will help us if we cry out to Him. I know these young people were encouraged, and that they do not have easy lives. I had the chance to speak to a few of the young people after the meeting. One was Anna, who was from a local orphanage. How wonderful to share God’s word with them!

Alpha and Omega

Meeting with Anna

It was a very busy week; I shared God’s word five times. On the plane home, I was tired but grateful. To see God’s word touch people halfway around the world was a tremendous experience.

MIXED BAG

Since my last letter, I appeared on 100 Huntley Street in Canada. It was a great interview, and you can see it by following this link. Take the time to check it out and to send it to your friends!

I was also able to shoot a new promotional video while in Toronto. It’s in the final stages and I should be able to send you a link in the next letter.

One last thing, could you please send me your email address? I would like to begin sending letters by email. It will be easier, faster, and allow you to click on links in the future. Please send it to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . I promise that your address will stay private and only be used for letters from me.

PRAYER REQUESTS

• Upcoming meetings in Canada and US.
• Wisdom and God’s direction.
• Church bookings for the new year.
• Changed hearts and lives.

Thanks and shalom,

Rob and Sharon Styler