Friends,
I've just returned from a visit to Seattle, Washington with Min. I received the guidance I sought from God and decided to ask Min to marry me there. She said yes! I am very happy, and the whole reality of it is yet to set in my mind. I'm happy with my decision though, and we are going to preparatory counseling and are planning the wedding for November. We decided it would be best for me to stay and work to save up for bringing two people to Africa, and of course, the wedding. I am back in Collegedale. Our plan is to go to Washington when we are ready, and depart from there to Africa (so my parents can see us off).
We have already received much help in planning the wedding. God has shown his hand as well, in the provision of a wedding dress: It seems one was donated, new in the box, to Gospel Ministries in McDonald, TN. A friend of mine knew I was getting married and held on to it. It turns out it fits Min perfectly! (Of course I haven't seen it yet). It seems to have been tailored for her, although whoever donated it could not have known who would receive it.
I hope this encourages you and keep us in your prayers as we prepare for marriage and a launch to Africa as missionaries!
God Bless,
Scott Sterling
