Early this year in January, a small team of us from Hope Brisbane ventured down to Ourimbah, Central Coast, Australia. For many of us this was our very first mission trip, and it was definitely an eye opening experience. Our aim was to support and encourage the newly planted Hope Ourimbah centre in whatever way we can.
God used us in many unexpected and wonderful ways to plant and sow seeds into the hearts of the people in the quiet and peaceful community there. We shared the gospel in the shopping malls, distributed flyers to surrounding homes, supported the Hope Newcastle service, and even organised an outreach multicultural event. I was also challenged to step out of my comfort zone by reaching out people from a vastly different cultural environment. I was greatly inspired and encouraged by the simple faith and perseverance of the Hope Ourimbah pioneering team.
It was a life changing experience; each and every person learnt the value of church planting, and I was touched by the love for God and sacrificial hearts of the Ourimbah team. I didn’t know what to expect when we went down to Ourimbah, but after we came back, I’ve learnt that God truly uses every willing heart and hands that are ready to be used by Him for His kingdom.Written by Florence Yip, Hope Brisbane
