Dear Family & Friends,
Jesus heard that they had thrown him out, so he found the man and said to him, “Do you believe in the Son of Man?” The man replied, “And who is he, sir, that I may believe in him?” Jesus told him, “You have seen him; he is the one speaking with you.” He said, “Lord, I believe,” and he worshiped him. John 9:35-38
This passage is at the end of the story of Jesus healing the man born blind. This man that Jesus healed was willing to believe, but needed to know for certain that Jesus was the Son of Man. He needed to be told before he could believe and worship Jesus. The people of Taiwan and all over the world need to hear the words of Jesus that they too might have the opportunity to believe. Please pray that all Christians in Taiwan will share the words of Jesus, the words of life, that others may believe.
Please pray for these following outreaches in Taiwan. This coming weekend in Taichung the Come Christian Church will host a live Nativity in front of its meeting place. The Good News and the Eternal Light congregations will have a special Christmas outreach on the 25th with a meal following. The Kaohsiung International Church, that Dave & Jeanay Stiles work will have a Christmas Eve service as well as a Sunday service. The work in Feng Yuan had a special Christmas meal today with all those involved in their many activities. Please pray that these people will contemplate the love they received today. There are other outreaches by other FCM/TE congregations that we don’t have information about.
Chris and Sam Sanford continue to work toward a routine in Taiwan. Chris began language school this week. Sam went to the doctor in Taiwan. She and the baby both received a good report. Nine more weeks until baby girl’s arrival. Chris preached this past week at Eternal Light with Samantha translating, while Paul was speaking at the church in Taipei, Yong He.
The youth ministry at Parkview had a grand opening for their youth center last night. It is called, “The Foundry.” The idea is that these youth are being formed into disciples that will go out and change their world. Please pray for all those involved in the ministry to the youth.
This week on Thursday, Philip, Bethany, and Juliet will travel here from Canada. Please pray for a smooth first flight for little Juliet. Pray for safety for all holiday travelers. They will not arrive until after midnight on the 23rd.
Please note that John now has a new phone number (618)553-5175. This number can be used immediately. We will keep the old number active for a short time.
Thank you for the blessing of serving Christ with you.
God Bless,
John & Cheryl
1. Please pray for the Christians in Taiwan to share the life saving words of Jesus.
2. Please pray for all those that have and will be involved in the many Christmas outreaches.
3. Please continue to pray for Chris & Samantha as life takes on changes.
4. Please pray for the youth ministry at Parkview.
5. Please pray for Philip, Bethany, & Juliet as they travel this week.
Posted on December 18th, 2011 by dunns
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