Some friendships are fleeting and some are lasting.  True friendships are glued together with bonds of loyalty and commitment, they remain intact depite changing external circumstances.  Jesus, He is the perfect constant friend that promises to never leave us or forsake us.  It is important to remember that when you are in such a remote place like Tonj and deep and meaningful friendships are hard to find or far away.  Having such a friend visit is a true joy to our hearts and a lifts our spirits.

“A friend is always loyal and a brother is born to help in time of need.” Proverbs 17:17

Today we got to receive one of our dearest friends, Dena Ennis to Sudan.  She has been to Sudan many times but it is her first visit to Tonj, though she has been a faithful partner to our ministry and friend to our family, serving both selflessly for years.  Dena blessed us with her wisdom and encouragemet at our ladies retreat back in December in Kenya.  We are excited to see how the Lord will use her during this trip to help us in celebrating the South’s independance from the North.  Please pray for her time here, for her to stay healthy, safe and effective for His work.