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You are here: Home / Ghana Build Team Updates / The Golden Rule

The Golden Rule

2020/02/13 By Kim Lawson

Pastor Rans led this morning’s devotion with Matthew 7:12. “So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them.” He told the story of a mother who considered that her daughter had married well because the man she married did everything for her. She also had a son who she thought was in a bad marriage because he did everything for his wife. It’s all about perspective! Pastor Rans asked, “Are you loving and serving others? We easily lean on others, but we need to give way for others to depend on us.”

At dinner tonight, David Mensah was very generous with his words of encouragement saying he hopes to see some of us return and have the chance to stay in this new building. Dave expressed to David and Brenda that it has been a joy for us to help in their ministry. Over the past few days, many team members have said the words “Next time…”

The concrete pour continued at the 16,000 square foot dormitory site. Everyone who shovelled received the “Golden Shovel Award” tonight! Adam was recognized for pulling together tomorrow’s school field day activities rotation and Brittany for adapting crafts to suit kindergarten age children. Steve and Malissa experienced the joy of watching children accept the truth of God’s Word for themselves. Malissa was recognized for stepping up to the huge task of putting together the teaching program. She communicated with the teachers before our arrival, and has been the backbone of the program. She certainly has been the greatest cheerleader of the teaching team.

Our evening ended with a fashion show of Esther’s creations, fabulous fabrics brought to life!


Looking around the building and teaching sites, it is easy to find many who are diligently serving others, the Golden Rule in action.


Arco looking dapper in his earth tone shirt.
Classy Donna
Craig, what can we say? 🙂
Fabulous Lynne!
Isaac with his stunning shirt of many colours.
Justen stylin’.
Lovely Paula
Lynne, two for two!
Malissa wears this so well!
Risi in her Esther creation.
Steve G. rocking his bright long sleeve shirt!
Class pics…from small classes to…
…large class sizes…
The Pastors
The 2020 Build Team
Teamwork In Action

Filed Under: Ghana Build Team Updates

About Kim Lawson

Kim and her husband, Joe, own Lawson Home Improvements in Uxbridge, Ontario. They attend Uxbridge Baptist Church and have been involved in a variety of GRID and NEA teams. Kim is a member of the 2020 Ghana Build Team.

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  1. Shirley says

    2020/02/15 at 9:46 am

    Lots of hard work. It is amazing how much can get done, when we work as a team. Loved the updates and the costumes are lovely.
    Hello to Craig and Isaac. Safe trip home.

  2. Sandy Wagner says

    2020/02/14 at 4:42 pm

    amazing work everyone. Love the outfits and unequaled ‘models’.
    Praying for safe travel home. Looking forward to seeing everyone soon.
    Safe travels on your ‘extra leg’ Dave. Praying that it goes well also.

  3. Martin and Caro-Claire Wiles says

    2020/02/13 at 9:02 pm

    Wow! So many to compliment here tonight and it would be hard to do so with out leaving someone out .
    Suffice to say …you are all amazing and each one has had a special place in the team to make it all come together.
    David and Brenda and everyone there will be sad to see you leave but I am sure there will be many who will return for another round next time.

    The fashion show was fantastic and each outfit was perfect for the one who was wearing it.
    Congratulations to Esther for a job well done!

    The pictures of the school children are heartwarming to see as well and it will be hard to say good bye to them.

    Now as the time is coming to a close , our prayers will continue to be with
    everyone and tha.t the trip home will be a safe one.
    I know that everyone back home will be waiting with warm , welcoming arms.
    God bless you all
    Giant hugs to everyone

  4. Jeannie Chong says

    2020/02/13 at 6:11 pm

    Praying for a safe passage home for everyone. May God grant you journey mercy and opportunities to share His love with anyone who comes your way.

  5. Agnes Lobbezoo says

    2020/02/13 at 2:35 pm

    You are all amazing and a lot was accomplice! Can’t wait to see the ripped muscle’s on Jacqueline’s arms!! 🙂
    Blessings as you travel back home.

  6. Floyd & Grace Evans says

    2020/02/13 at 2:06 pm

    It has been great to see all the team has accomplished.
    Praying for safe travels home. Hi to Aaron.

  7. Lori-Ann Leigh says

    2020/02/13 at 1:16 pm

    What fabulous colours and designs in the fabrics and outfits! Way to go team for making a huge impact! Looking forward to arrivals home and hearing the stories and seeing more pictures.
    Praying travel mercies and you head back home.
    Lori-Ann

  8. Hilary says

    2020/02/13 at 12:31 pm

    LOVING all the wonderful outfits! Praying for the safe trip and return for everyone!

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