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The Lord will fulfill his purpose for me !

 

Prayer Request

Please pray for me. I am at the Haggai Institute training at Maui during the month of October.

HAPPY HARVEST

 

"Sow your seed in the morning,

and at evening let not your hands be idle" (Eccl 11:6)

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Evangelism is compared to agriculture. The planters are those who meet others to share about Christ. One cannot sow seeds or reap harvest if he keeps waiting for a conducive atmosphere. "He who observes the wind will not sow, and he who regards the clouds will not reap" (Eccl 11:1-6). The Biblical command is, "Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season" (2 Tim 4: 2). Share the Gospel with as many people as possible. Distribute as many gospel tracts as possible. "Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously" (2 Cor 9:6). George Verwer, the Founder-Director of Operation Mobilisation, continues to distribute Gospel tracts personally and daily to as many people he can, because he believes in Ecclesiastes 11:2,6, "Give a serving to seven, and also to eight, for you do not know what evil will be on the earth...In the morning sow your seed, and in the evening do not withhold your hand; for you do not know which will prosper, either this or that, or whether both alike will be good."

Do not belittle the opportunities that appear small. When the small mustard seed is sown in the ground, does it not grow to be a big tree in whose branches the birds come and perch? (Mt 13:31,32). When one individual is led to Christ, does not a multitude come to know the Lord through him? Andrew introduced the Messiah to his brother Peter (Jn 1:41,42). We do know how Peter was instrumental for the salvation of thousands (Acts 2:41; 4:4).

We need to sacrifice our comforts if we are to win souls. The sower starts out early morning to do the difficult tasks of ploughing the land, sowing the seeds, watering the plants, removing the weeds and manuring. In Luke 13:7,8, we read of the gardener who laboured patiently for three years with the fig tree which did not yield fruit, saying, "I will dig around it and fertilize it." "Those who sow in tears will reap with songs of joy" (Psa 126:5,6).

Sowing will go waste if it is not followed up by regular watering. Those who come to Christ must be frequently met with. In addition to praying with them, we must systematically teach them from the Scriptures and strengthen them in the fellowship of God's people. Enemies sow weeds when the labourers sleep (Mt 13:24,25). Satan is just ready to destroy souls with false teaching, adulterated gospel and backsliding. Soulwinners must be known for their alertness.

 

 Bro R.Stanley's  DD

LIFT UP YOUR EYES !!

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 THAILAND, SOUTHEAST ASIA

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According to a local missionary, one of the greatest struggles to the continued work of missionaries in Thailand is the seductive nature residing over Chang Mia. Many Christians have come with the intent to preach the pure Gospel of Jesus, only to leave with spoiled personal relationships with Him. "The pursuit of certain women in Chang Mai is to subtly seduce foreigners - which over the years has literally destroyed missionary marriages,"
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Pray for the Lord to send deep conviction upon the women in this culture being used to steal, kill, and destroy marriages.
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Ask the Lord to come against the seductive spirit that resides over this land.
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Pray for strength to come upon local missionaries to remain loyal to their
spouses and God, fleeing sexual immorality. (1 Corinthians 6:18)

1st May, Indian Tamil Friends fellowship at Christ Church

 

JUNE - Gospel Meeting in Jurong

 

FASTING PRAYER FOR NATIONS (CAMBODIA)

    

GIFT OF HOPE - MYANMAR

Gift of Hope - Myanmar Children Education Support

   

   

 

"Those who give to the poor will lack nothing " Prov 28:27

  

You are invited !

 

  

 

  

Rakhine, Arakanese of Myanmar (Burma)

 

Rakhine, Arakanese of Myanmar (Burma)
Rakhine, Arakanese of Myanmar (Burma) Centuries ago, the most feared pirates and sailors in the Bay of Bengal terrorized communities along the seacoast and far up the river channels of what is now Bangladesh. They were called maghs, or pirates. They now speak the Arakanese language, and may be known as the Arakanese, from the Arakan region of Myanmar. The people themselves dislike the term "Magh" and prefer to be called Marmas, which means "Burmese." Ministry Obstacles The devout, animistic/Buddhist traditions of this people have made them unreceptive to the Gospel in the past. Outreach Ideas Stories from Scripture may communicate effectively to these people. Trained storytellers, also using the Jesus film and God's Story video, can be equipped and sent. Pray for the followers of Christ Pray for the few believers among this people, for pastors to teach the Scriptures accurately and faithfully to them. Pray for them to grow in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Pray for the entire people group Pray for educational opportunities for the youth, and for employment opportunities for breadwinners. Scripture Focus "He will have compassion on the poor and needy, And the lives of the needy He will save." Psalm 72:13		People Name: Rakhine, Arakanese Country: Myanmar (Burma) 10/40 Window: Yes Population: 1,880,000 World Population: 2,085,000 Language: Rakhine Primary Religion: Buddhism Bible: Portions Online Audio NT: No Jesus Film: Yes Audio Recordings: Yes Christ Followers: Few, less than 2% Status: Unreached Progress Level: 1.2

 

  

Palaung, Rumai of Myanmar (Burma)
Palaung, Rumai of Myanmar (Burma) The Palaung traditionally have practiced a mixture of Animism and Buddhism. Many associate Buddhism with a pacifistic lifestyle, but the Palaung in Myanmar have a 40-year history of armed resistance through the Palaung State Liberation Army. Some practice nat worship, nats being the spirits of inanimate objects such as rocks, mountains and rivers, as well as the spirits of deceased ancestors. Ministry Obstacles Myanmar is difficult for missionaries to enter and work freely. Also, the animistic Palaung need the Holy Spirit, not the "nats", to lead them to a knowledge of the Son of God. Outreach Ideas Gospel radio broadcasts in the language of the Palaung would be very helpful. The Jesus film is available in their language. Pray for the followers of Christ Give thanks for the believers among the Palaung, even though they are few. Pray the Lord will give them the Spirit of wisdom and revelation, to know Him better. Pray for the entire people group Pray the Rumai Palaung will be given a desire to know God's salvation in Jesus, and that the Lord will soon satisfy that desire. Scripture Focus "You purchased men for God from every tribe and language and people and nation." Revelation 5:9		People Name: Palaung, Rumai Country: Myanmar (Burma) 10/40 Window: Yes Population: 139,000 World Population: 139,000 Language: Palaung, Rumai Primary Religion: Buddhism Bible: None Online Audio NT: No Jesus Film: Yes Audio Recordings: No Christ Followers: Few, less than 2% Status: Unreached Progress Level: 1.2
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Palaung, Rumai of Myanmar (Burma)
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