We become arrogant when we forget that God is our primary provider. Sometimes we give too much credit to our hard work and ingenuity. We easily forget the advantages of our upbringing, heritage, and education, and we view ourselves, even if unconsciously, as better than others, particularly the poor. Some of us talk about people …
Lives Being Transformed in Africa*
Here's are three stories of God at work, changing lives, through "JESUS" and the efforts of film teams in Africa:Senegal: "We were invited to show the film in a new village by a brother in Christ. Several villagers opposed the showing and threatened our brother with violence. But despite these threats, many villagers attended, especially children. As …
Field of Dreams*
Iowa farmer Ray Kinsella is inspired by a voice he can’t ignore to pursue a dream he can hardly believe. The promise is, “If you build it, he will come.” Ray goes against all common sense and risks placing his family in extreme financial jeopardy. With the support of his wife, Ray begins the backbreaking …
July Prayer Update
1. As parts of the world reopen from the pandemic, pray that the recording of additional languages of "JESUS" can commence. More than 50 language scripts are ready to go. Pray for recordists traveling in July. One team is traveling to the Middle East and two others are going to East Africa. Also, pray that the …
What happened to the signers of the Declaration of Independence?*
What was the price if freedom? Have you ever wondered what happened to the 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence? They signed and they pledged their lives, their fortunes, their sacred honor - knowing full well that the penalty would be death if they were captured. Five signers were captured by the British …
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How to Teach the Next Generation About Money & Stewardship
Christian Stewardship Network, Guest Writer: Rachel Rupert, May 3, 2021. Growing up, there was one word that I liked using more than any other: why. I’m sure if you asked my parents, I asked them “why” more often than anything else. I’m a naturally very inquisitive person, I love learning new information, and I want …
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June Prayer Update
PRAISE:1. A new staff member joined my team this past month serving from our Orlando headquarters. Please pray for Dona to quickly learn her role as our Fulfillment Administrator. (I will introduce her formally later.)2. As the Covid-19 shut down subsides in California, the doors are opening to return to the office where I am more productive …
A Prayer of Thomas à Kempis
Grant me, O Lord, to know what I ought to know,to love what I ought to love,to praise what delights thee most,to value what is precious in thy sight,to hate what is offensive to thee.Do not suffer me to judge according to the sight of my eyes,nor to pass sentence according to the …
Chain of Death Broken; Voodoo Priestess Finds New Life
This story comes from Jesus Film Harvest Partners,* one of the many ministry partners who use “JESUS” as their primary tool of evangelism, discipleship and church planting. Edem was a greatly respected and feared voodoo high priestess in a nation in West Africa. It’s a place of savannas, rolling hills, tropical heat, lush jungles—and thousands …
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Belief is a Choice*
Faith, or belief, can only be rewarded if it’s something we’ve chosen.
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