LIVING WORD INTERNATIONAL UPDATE INFORMATION 

“WHEREAS YE KNOW NOT WHAT SHALL BE ON THE MORROW.  FOR WHAT IS YOUR LIFE?  IT IS EVEN A VAPOR THAT APPEARETH FOR A LITTLE TIME, AND THEN VANISHETH AAWAY.”  (James 4:14).

Life passes so quickly.  During my years in ministry, people would often tell me to stop and smell the roses.  We get so busy in the daily activities of life that we miss the most important events.  Finally, after years of non-stopping, I now stop and smell the roses and appreciate the moments in life.

WHEN GOD SPEAKS

When God speaks, we need to stop and listen.  If we truly believe that He has the best plan for our lives, why, then, do we always try to live apart from His plan?

God spoke to our hearts, and we did listen.  It is never easy to make a move, but we believe that God has a special purpose in bringing us back to TN.  We continue to wait upon Him to lead each step of the way.

It is good to have the LWI office and radio equipment back in full force.  The last newsletter was done from the office equipment and supplies sprawled out on our former living room floor.  Thankfully, we keep the radio recordings about six months to a year in advance; now, we can get back to full recording.  For the most part, we have been able to continue with the radio preparations. 

It is our goal to offer the world a strong presentation of the Gospel without any compromise.  We pray for much fruit. 

There is no ministry retirement as long as the Lord gives us the strength to keep working for Him.  There is no scriptural reference for us to quit working for the Lord.  This applies to all of us.  Even God does not retire from His work and involvement in this world.  Yes, on the seventh day of creation, He stopped and rested, but this did not end His work. 

Our move to Tennessee is another chapter in our life’s story.  It is the beginning of a new avenue of ministry as the Lord continues to lead us.  Having a concern for the lost world and serving in missions for over thirty years, it is not time to quit.  Life is too short, and there are too many individuals heading into a Christ-less eternity for us to stop. 

Pray that God will give us the health and strength to keep working for Him.  And it is our prayer that you will stand in the gap along side us.  Your prayers and support are a constant encouragement to us, and we thank you for your partnership.  As we work together, we give our living God all the glory and praise.  Yes, life is short, and we must do all that we can for Christ.

 

SPECIAL PROJECT

Our special focus this year is the Philippines.  With several devastating typhoons last year, the needs continue to be great among the general populace.  Many of the Filipinos have little income and cannot even afford their basic needs.  It is reported that ninety-five children die daily from malnutrition and approximately twenty-seven out of every one thousand children never reach their fifth birthday (Facts from UNICEF). 

Having traveled to the Philippines almost every year since 1992, the islands are a beautiful handiwork of God, but the human scene is highly devastating.  It is not uncommon to see many poor sections in the cities and mountains.  We seek to do all that we can to help this country with the Gospel and humanitarian needs.  We continually support national pastors, medical needs, and feeding program.  Pray that we can do more this year and in the future. 

CHRISTMAS PROJECT

We plan to move ahead with the Christmas Project again this year.  It is never too early to begin contributing to it.  Again, your gift goes one hundred per cent to help children have a little Christmas.  We will address this more in the next newsletter, but all gifts must be received by November 1.    Please make certain that you mark your gift:  CHRISTMAS PROJECT.

This does not only give children a Christmas, but it opens the door to present the Gospel to both adults and children.  God has used this to add to His kingdom.  And again, we are grateful to Chris and Tammy Fleenor for initiating this worthwhile project to the glory of God. 

 

YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE!  THANK YOU FOR YOUR PARYER AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT.  BOTH ARE MOST IMPORTANT FOR THE LORD AND HIS WORK AROUND THE WORLD.  GOD IS USING YOUR GIFTS TO REACH THE LOST FOR CHRIST AND BUILD BELIEVERS IN THE FAITH.

Since our last newsletter, it has been a whirlwind experience for us.  From the closing of our house in Sioux Falls, traveling to Tennessee residing with Kimber for about ten days in Knoxville, completing our house purchase in Bluff City, making a quick weekend trip to Nevada, unpacking, and setting the house in order, it is now good to see some calm.  We look forward to the days ahead as we have opportunities to serve our Lord.  God continues to pour out His special blessings upon us, even with good health. 

Ella, our granddaughter, graduated from high school, the reason for our trip to Nevada.  We flew to Reno on Wednesday, drove to Battle Mountain on Thursday, attended the graduation Thursday night, returned to Reno at 12:30 am Friday, and flew back to Atlanta on Friday.  To give us a little rest, we stayed in Atlanta Friday night and returned home Saturday. 

Thank you for your concern and interest in our family and the many prayers on our behalf over the years.  It has been our privilege to meet so many people in churches and around the world.  It will be wonderful when we are all together in the eternal family of God.  Until then, all of us have a work to do for Him. 

 

RADIO MINISTRY

Living Word is heard each week around the world and has become a major part of this mission ministry.  It is one of the most effective means of getting the Gospel into both open and closed countries around the world.  We praise God for how He is using this ministry to reach the world for Christ and encourage believers in other nations.  Here are a few of the responses that we have received. 

“We must all know that God will never turn us away.  He is the great constant.  I am grateful every day.”  (Martha—London)

“Thank you for your interesting and powerful teaching for the Lord.”  (Tina)

“I am visiting my family in Rochester and we are listening to your program today.  Thank you for your work.”  (Jim)

“I was feeling all alone after my husband passed away, but a friend recommended that I volunteer at a food pantry.  I did and I am feeling much better.  Serving others gives new purpose and meaning to my life.  I think that’s what God wants for me.”  (Lynn)

WE ALSO GET SPECIAL PRAYER REQUESTS FROM OUR LISTENERS.  ALTHOUGH WE DO NOT PRINT THEM IN THE NEWSLETTER, WE ASK YOU TO PRAY FOR THOSE NEEDS.  ALTHOUGH YOU DO NOT KNOW THE NEED, GOD DOES.  THANK YOU FOR PRAYING FOR THESE REQUESTS. 

 

Pray for:

The Church around the world.

A world-wide spiritual revival.

A new commitment among believers.

Believers being persecuted.

The world, nations, and leaders.

All who are without Christ.

The world conflicts and disputes.

The endless humanitarian needs.

The social and economic conditions.

The godless approach to life.

A spiritual hunger and return to God.

Missions around the world.

Living Word International.

Our prayer and financial partners.

LWI Board and families.

Executive Director and wife.

Project Manager and wife.

The Special Project:  Philippines.

The Living Word radio ministry.

Future mission trip.

Urgent financial needs.

Special unspoken requests.

The prayer requests of radio listeners.

 

WHEN GOD IS IN IT, NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE WITH HIM!!!

HIS BEST IS YET TO COME!!!

 

 

 

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