When we began researching about Croatia about eight years ago we learned about the many islands off its coast. The idea of a ministry on an island in the Adriatic sea was a passing thought. Whenever the subject would come up in conversation we would joke about it: "Wouldn't that be awesome? I know, right?" Until today. What was a dream yesterday is now potentially a reality.
My brother Curt Brown and his wife Melinda are missionaries partnering with Manna Worldwide who are concentrating in Eastern Europe. We are looking for opportunities to partner together in Croatia and seeking the Lord's leading in the matter. Last month Curt met a man talking about a Croatian island for sale. The only person to contact was me of course.
Bob Hines has been searching for the island but without success. After talking with him briefly we realized that he had the wrong spelling of the name. Not only were we able to get the correct spelling but we also located it, and an agency to contact about investment opportunities. What is most exciting about this opportunity is that people already travel to Croatia from all over the world. At this time the coastline is Croatia's biggest commodity. The potential for a Christian camp to spread the seed of the gospel around the world is huge. Quite possibly beyond what we could imagine.
You should take a moment to view the island and its location. Then pray, seriously for God to direct us to the next step and for doors to open. While you are praying you should also ask God what your participation should be. In the very near future you may find yourself on a mission trip to Croatia with the purpose of having an eternal impact on the life a someone who might never have heard the gospel anywhere else.
I leave you with this question: "Is it just a dream?"
The island of Obonjan
