Upcoming Cornhole Tournament

 Everyone is invited! All Ages are Welcome!

Are you looking for something special to do for Fathers Day? Come support a great cause

Saturday, June 19^th from 6 to 8pm.

Langston Baptist Church is hosting a Cornhole Fundraiser Tournament.

All proceeds will go towards Isaac McDowell and the Mission experience that God is calling him into in Mazatlan, Mexico.

Come meet Isaac and celebrate with us. Even if you’re not playing in the tournament, you are invited! We will have refreshments and finger foods available.

If you’re local to Conway, please consider bringing a tailgate tent and your own lawn chair. We will take care of the music J

Whether you're a cornhole pro or just want to show your support, please join on the soccer field directly behind Langston Baptist Church in Conway, SC.

GPS: 763 SC-905 Conway, SC 29526. 

$100 registration fee per team (2 people). Please click the link to register your team. IAM419: Cornhole Fundraiser Tournament (signupgenius.com)

We will play according to the American Cornhole Organization official rules. The tournament will be double elimination. The tournament will begin at 6:30pm.

You can pay for your team by check or cash at the event or pay for your registered team now. Click the link here Give Now (onrealm.org)

 

Be sure to stay tuned to social media for prizes and more information. 

Where IAM

As the time for my departure draws near, I am so excited that I will be going to Mazatlan, Mexico. Between the new sights, smells, tastes and the culture and people I am feeling more and more called each day. It has been amazing to see God behind the scenes, putting this all perfectly together.

 

At the same time, it has all been a bit overwhelming. One worry I hear the enemy whisper is, “Are you sure that God will provide enough support in time to go?” Yet, I am confident that God will see this trip through. My schedule is very busy between three jobs. I am happy to share that I just turned in my two weeks notices in today.

 

I have had many labels attached to my name. Labels like; student, athlete, server, yard worker, son, friend, brother, adventurer. With each label attached, so too came with it, new experiences and learning opportunities. I look forward to seeing how each these shape the newest label as a Missionary.  I have thoroughly enjoyed starting a blog, sending letters and preparing to depart.

 

Being a missionary has most definitely challenged me into learning new skills and understanding of sacrifice. Just imagine, I know that I don’t even know what I’m fully getting into.  Choosing to accept this new season of my life has been amazing and I am learning so much more about myself as I go.

 

I have been deeply encouraged. After I posted the blog, I was so encouraged to see the comments and support from friends that I haven’t spoken with in years. It’s encouraging to see God moving in such a way. I am very thankful for the support of friends, family, Langston Baptist church and beyond. 

Why IAM41:9?

Have you ever struggled with choosing a name? Maybe you were naming your first child, a new pet or a term paper. When coming up with a name it can be challenging to choose just one.

This is how I felt this past week trying to decide on a domain name for this blog. One thing I found helpful is that almost all the domain names I chose were already taken. I guess that’s why some call it the World Wide Web.

I chose IAM419.com because it reminds me of God’s calling in my life. IAM are my initials and 419 is a reference to Isaiah 41:9 which says, “I took you from the ends of the earth, from its farthest corners I called you. I said, ‘You are my servant; I have chosen you and have not rejected you.’”

God chose Israel through Abraham because he wanted to, not because the people deserved it. Although God chose the Israelites to represent him to the world, they failed to do this; so God punished them and sent them into captivity.

Now all believers are God’s chosen people, and all share the responsibility of representing him to the world. One day God will bring his faithful people together. We don’t need to fear because the bible says God is with us (“I am with you”) and that God has established a relationship with us (“I am your God”). God gives us assurance of his strength, help and victory over sin and death.

Daily I am realizing more just how much God has helped me. I wanted to give some context to why this domain name was chosen. I hope that you will consider sending me financially and follow as I go. 

Give (langstonbaptist.com)

Come Follow Me

 For those of you who don’t know me, I am Isaac.

 

I graduated from the University of South Carolina  Friday May 7^th, 2021.

 

This is a big transition and many people have been asking me, what’s next? I’ve been offered a few opportunities to begin a career. The opportunity to further my education through a Master’s degree has definitely been on my mind. However; in the past couple of months, I have felt a deep calling in my heart to a different and more rewarding kind of education. After praying about this for the past couple of months, I feel the Holy Spirit leading me into the mission field.

 

Rather than trying to reinvent the wheel, I have asked many of my Spiritual Mentors for insight. After much prayer, and many long hours of research, of over 100 non-profits, focused on Missions, God has made it clear.

 

I’ve been accepted to a Discipleship Training School in Mazatlan, Mexico through Youth With a Mission (YWAM). Loren Cunningham, is the founder of the international Christian missionary movement. Cunningham founded YWAM in Lausanne, Switzerland in 1960 with his wife, Darlene Cunningham, at the age of 24. Their vision statement is, “To know God and make Him known.”

 

A Discipleship Training School consists of two phases. The first is a lecture phase. It’s my understanding that this will consist primarily of lectures in a classic classroom setting. Each week, a new topic will be covered such as; The Character and Nature of God,  The Heart of God, Listening to God, Missions and much more. Guest speakers are often present and YWAM has been teaching young adults the gospel for years. This phase is four months long and costs $3500.

 

The second phase is the outreach phase. This is a two-month mission trip, in which we will take what we have learned and be given opportunities to apply it. This campus often goes to Africa or Asia for outreach. The outreach phase costs vary from $2,500 to $4,500 depending on the demands of destination. Students will not learn the destination until half way through the Lecture Phase (I look forward to sharing with you as soon as I find out).

 

So, In 7 weeks, on June 27th, 2021  I am to embark on a new journey to Mazatlan, Mexico to answer God’s calling to know him more and make him known.

 

I literally cannot go without you.

 

First, I would like your prayers. Without prayer, I have no chance of the inevitable cultural shock, homesickness and being overwhelmed anxieties of life. I’ve seen throughout my life how powerful the prayers of others are. 

 

Secondly, I would like your encouragement. I am 22 years old and graduated with honors from USC. I have made many amazing connections in Columbia, SC. This decision doesn't make a lot of worldly sense for many. Actually, many people have asked me, “Do you realize that you are about to walk away from once in a lifetime opportunities for a wealthy career and luxury"? I know I want to be wherever God is leading me and I am asking, that if you believe as well, to contact me and send some encouragement.

 

Lastly, I need funding. I am so thankful to Langston Baptist Church in Conway, SC for being my rock. I grew up in this church. I am sure that without a doubt, God is still using the people at Langston to inspire and help me to embark on this journey. Langston will be collecting all donations so that it is one less thing for me to try and keep up with. All donations are fully tax deductible.

 

I will be blogging as often as my schedule allows and dependent on availability of WIFI. I hope that you will travel with me through this blog. I hope that we can stay connected through the Contact Tab in the blog. I hope that you find encouragement in your faith that there are still young people in this world who actually care about the mystery of The Gospel.