One of the most difficult things in the Christian walk it seems is to understand that what we have and all that God blesses with us is His and that every good and perfect gift comes down from the Father in whom there is no shadow of variableness nor shadow of turning (James 1:17). Our God is a good and great God and he desires to bless us in every way as only he can do, for he owns every beast in the forest and all the cattle upon a thousand hills are His (Psalm 50:10). When we truly grasp the meaning of these teachings, it is much easier to practise pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God and Father, which is to visit orphans and widows in their distress (James 1:27) and fulfill the second greatest commandment which is to love our neighbours as ourselves (Romans 13:9). In our christian walk we each face the challenge of whether we desire to be comfortable in our own lives, leaning on our strength, talents and abilities to look after our needs, or whether to trust and lean completely on the Father who owns everything? If we learn to lean on the Father, we can trust Him and do as He asks; because we KNOW that HE will do as HE SAYS and according to what is written in His Word. Matthew 7:24, 25
Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock. Ephesians 5:15-17
Be very careful, then, how you live - not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord's will is. I pray these words have ministered to you as you read this latest communication I've sent you from Kenya. (Please see references below for my earlier blogs on these school needs if you would like more information). It is my desire to make known the needs of the people in Kenya, especially the orphans and widows and those who care and minister to them. That way you can consider whether you have a part to play in the mission field there. Your faith and giving is between you and God alone and He leads each of us with his gentle and loving spirit into truth. He also desires that we do not give by compulsion or out of necessity but that we give cheerfully as we purpose in our hearts (2 Corinthians 9:7). I am honoured to be a part of these missions to Kenya. If the Lord leads you, I pray you would join with me in supporting these missions of hope to orphans and widows. God bless you much, xoxoxo. E Letter from Brother Thomas, dated February 13, 2009
The attached acceptance letter (below) is for Eveline Cherono who is in need of financial support to meet school fees and supplies. She is to report to school on Monday February 14, 2009. If we could get shs 7500 (Kenyan Shillings) [$120 Canadian, $94 US, $143 Australian dollars, 74 Euros, 65 British Pounds ] for a start is better. The other two children have called and I have not answered. I will visit them this afternoon.
Pass my sincere greeting to all our friends.
Love to all.
God bless.
Brother Thomas ****************************************************************************  Thanks for the support of 4000 shillings* [approximately $64 Canadian, $52 US,$78 US, $40 Euros, $35 British Pounds]. I spent it as follows:
buy: Mattress - shs 950
blankets - shs 550
bed sheet - shs 400
towel - shs 300
bed cover - shs 350
box - shs 500
T- shirt - shs 200
Soap and others shs - 300
air time - shs 250
browsing and transport shs 200 MUCH THANKS. 10:35 Cast not away therefore your confidence, which hath great recompence of reward. 10:36 For ye have need of patience, that, after ye have done the will of God, ye might receive the promise. 10:37 For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry. 10:38 Now the just shall live by faith: but if [any man] draw back, my soul shall have no pleasure in him. 10:39 But we are not of them who draw back unto perdition; but of them that believe to the saving of the soul. |
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