We arrived in central Texas at Harker Heights Apostolic UPC, pastored by Robbie Hendrick on Friday.  That night, we spoke at a soul winning seminar/service.  

After the service, I noticed a Spanish gentleman in the back of the sanctuary, and felt the need to speak to him about water baptism in the name of Jesus Christ.  After a few minutes of conversation, I discovered that he had lived for the Lord for many years.  Without hesitation, Brother Aguilar responded, "Let's do it right now!"  (This was a great start to a great week in this city.   That night, approximately 20 people from the church went into the city to reach for the hungry and hurting.)  

The next day, I visited Brother Aguilar at his restaurant, and had a chance to witness to his 19 year old son and his girlfriend.  Within twenty minutes, they were in our vehicle heading for the church to be baptized.  Sharing the Gospel is not difficult.

While we were eating at Brother Aguilar's restaurant, I noticed a young man walking down the street.  I felt like God was dealing with him, and I knew he was open to this wonderful message.  After introducing myself, he told me that he was just bitten by a neighborhood dog, while walking to the store.  I noticed a large puncture wound on his right leg, and several scratches on his leg and arm. 

His vehicle ran out of gas, and he was walking to the local gas station to purchase some gas.  We took him to the store, bought him some gas, and made our way back to his vehicle.  During this process, we spoke to him about the plan of salvation, and he said that he was definitely interested in being baptized in the name of Jesus Christ!

After speaking with his family for a few minutes (on the side of the highway), Matt followed us back to the church and was baptized.  He is a basketball player (point guard), for Temple University! To God be the glory!  This is an awesome young man, and has a mind and heart toward God!  Please keep him in your prayers!

The next day, I noticed that Tracy Bird (a country music singer), was scheduled to perform at a local nightclub, so myself and a few men headed there on Sunday night after church service.  Allow me to clarify something…  We headed for the "parking lot" of the club. (lol).

We parked near Tracy Bird's bus, and awaited for him to leave the club.  As he exited the building, I spoke to him about the Lord.  I felt his sincerity, and realized that he had many fans that anxiously awaited his appearance.  However, I know he will not soon forget our conversation.  I wanted him to know that I cared more about his soul than I did his autograph.

Allow me to insert something….  In your soul winning endeavors, please don't be intimidated by one's social status.  Remember this: "You have what they are looking for!"

(We endured cold and rainy weather most of the week, but God honored our efforts.  The Sunday service was tremendous, as people were being touched by God throughout the sanctuary.  At the conclusion of this powerful time, 30 people were baptized, and many received the Holy Ghost!) 

If you are anywhere close to Harker Heights, you'll want to stop in and meet these sweet people.  Brother and Sister Hendrick know how to make people feel welcome, and they are very loving.  What a great church! My wife and I fell in love with this church, and were moved by their overall kindness.

P.S.  Brother Hendrick told me that one particular lady who received the Holy Ghost on Sunday, called her mother (who was away from the Lord), and when she heard the news….  she received the Holy Ghost, and began to speak in tongues….right on the phone!! 

"TAKE THAT DEVIL!"