Greetings Dear Maranatha Family,
As time draws to a close, we can see the marked difference between those who serve the God of heaven, and those who have chosen another master. Bright lights, who once walked the straight and narrow, winning many souls to Christ, knowingly turn from the truth. Many who have been pillars of our faith, now walk in outer darkness. Does this surprise us? Does it cause us to become discouraged? God forbid!!! These signs of the times should cause us to rally to the forefront and proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ with even more power and conviction.
Do not become discouraged dear friends; Your faithfulness and dedication to God will not go unrewarded. One day soon, we shall see the reward of our labors.
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Sunday, May 13, 2012
Maranatha Newsletter March/April 2012
Greetings Dear M.M.M. Family;
What a loving, merciful and compassionate God we serve. When I think of all that He sacrificed, so that I can be with Him in Paradise, causes me to rethink what my priorities are. It causes me to ask myself the question, “Am I doing all that I can do, to help others in need?”
Recently, while in the U.S., I did a bit of self-examination, and I realized that I can do more for God’s cause. I saw that there were many things that I was buying, good things, healthy things that I wanted, but really didn’t need. Things like extra clothes, fruit juices, healthy snacks, etc.. Now, while these are all nice things to have, and there is nothing wrong with having them, I realized that I simply didn’t have to have them; they weren’t an absolute necessity. So I have begun cutting these unnecessary items out of my purchase plan, and taking the money I would have spent on these items, and put it into God’s treasury. If there’s one thing Elsa and I have learned over the years, it’s that, “You can’t beat God’s giving, … no matter how hard you try. The more you give, the more He gives to you.” Of course, that should not be the motive for giving. Our giving should be out of pure gratitude and thankfulness to God for what He has done and sacrificed for us. I’m certain that each and every one of us can find at least one or two things on our shopping list that we can really do without. I (lovingly) challenge you to refrain from buying that item, and apply that money to helping someone in need. Oh dear friends, let us now more than ever, develop a true Love for God, a Zeal His Glory, and a Sincere Love for Humanity.
What a loving, merciful and compassionate God we serve. When I think of all that He sacrificed, so that I can be with Him in Paradise, causes me to rethink what my priorities are. It causes me to ask myself the question, “Am I doing all that I can do, to help others in need?”
Recently, while in the U.S., I did a bit of self-examination, and I realized that I can do more for God’s cause. I saw that there were many things that I was buying, good things, healthy things that I wanted, but really didn’t need. Things like extra clothes, fruit juices, healthy snacks, etc.. Now, while these are all nice things to have, and there is nothing wrong with having them, I realized that I simply didn’t have to have them; they weren’t an absolute necessity. So I have begun cutting these unnecessary items out of my purchase plan, and taking the money I would have spent on these items, and put it into God’s treasury. If there’s one thing Elsa and I have learned over the years, it’s that, “You can’t beat God’s giving, … no matter how hard you try. The more you give, the more He gives to you.” Of course, that should not be the motive for giving. Our giving should be out of pure gratitude and thankfulness to God for what He has done and sacrificed for us. I’m certain that each and every one of us can find at least one or two things on our shopping list that we can really do without. I (lovingly) challenge you to refrain from buying that item, and apply that money to helping someone in need. Oh dear friends, let us now more than ever, develop a true Love for God, a Zeal His Glory, and a Sincere Love for Humanity.
Monday, April 30, 2012
Maranatha Newsletter January/February 2012
Dear MMM Friends & Family,
The old year, with its burden of record, has passed away; and the new year, with all its possibilities,
has ushered in. “What advancement have we made in the knowledge of Christ during the
past year? Are we prepared to show, more decidedly than ever before, that we are on the
Lord's side? At this time, when the nations of the world are wavering between infidelity and
idolatry, are we prepared to stand as faithful ambassadors for Christ? Shall we not, at the beginning
of this new year, give ourselves and all we have to God? Shall we not listen to His voice,
which calls us to a renewed contest, to a more thorough consecration of ourselves and our entrusted
capabilities to His service?” {ST, January 2, 1901 par. 1}
The old year, with its burden of record, has passed away; and the new year, with all its possibilities,
has ushered in. “What advancement have we made in the knowledge of Christ during the
past year? Are we prepared to show, more decidedly than ever before, that we are on the
Lord's side? At this time, when the nations of the world are wavering between infidelity and
idolatry, are we prepared to stand as faithful ambassadors for Christ? Shall we not, at the beginning
of this new year, give ourselves and all we have to God? Shall we not listen to His voice,
which calls us to a renewed contest, to a more thorough consecration of ourselves and our entrusted
capabilities to His service?” {ST, January 2, 1901 par. 1}
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
Maranatha Newsletter November/December 2011
Dear MMM Friends & Family,
Another year is coming to an end, and we are thankful to God for all His Blessings, we are thankful for you, our M.M.M. family.
We also realize that we are living in troublous times. We are at a time in earths history, when we need greater faith in our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. If ever there were a time to forsake all that this world has to offer, and cling to the cross of Calvary, that time is now.These past few months, we have seen and heard of tragic things happening within and without the church; things that would try the faith of even the strongest believers. I’m reminded of the time when the disciples were battling a fierce storm. Their boat was tossed from side to side. At a distance, they noticed a shinning figure walking upon the foam-capped waves. Then, a voice was heard above the roar of the stormy seas, “Be of good cheer; it is I; Be not afraid.” There was nothing they could do to save themselves, except look to Jesus.
Another year is coming to an end, and we are thankful to God for all His Blessings, we are thankful for you, our M.M.M. family.
We also realize that we are living in troublous times. We are at a time in earths history, when we need greater faith in our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. If ever there were a time to forsake all that this world has to offer, and cling to the cross of Calvary, that time is now.These past few months, we have seen and heard of tragic things happening within and without the church; things that would try the faith of even the strongest believers. I’m reminded of the time when the disciples were battling a fierce storm. Their boat was tossed from side to side. At a distance, they noticed a shinning figure walking upon the foam-capped waves. Then, a voice was heard above the roar of the stormy seas, “Be of good cheer; it is I; Be not afraid.” There was nothing they could do to save themselves, except look to Jesus.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Maranatha Newsletter July/August 2011
A Church On Fire:
By Joe
La Zona House of Prayer is a living church. It is alive and well be-cause of consistent, active community outreach. Over the years, you have seen our mountain grow, from just a few members, to a now full house. It took time for the church members to learn that part of their service to God, includes outreach ministry. At first, they needed a bit of push to get them started, but the Lord took away their shyness, and now they can hardly wait to march up the mountain roads. Every Sabbath after church, about a dozen of our faithful members grab their Bibles, fill their back packs with literature, and walk nearly two miles up the rocky mountain road to the village of El Cerro del Torro.; Together, they hold a mini church service to families awaiting their arrival.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
Maranatha Newsletter May/June 2011
Dear M.M.M. Friends and Family,
What a blessing it is for us to share with you the many wondrous things God is doing here in the mountains of Honduras. With every newsletter we send to you, it is our hope and prayer that you are encouraged, uplifted, and drawn closer to our Lord and Savior.
Every passing day brings us closer to the day Christ will return.. In the short time that remains, we must spend every moment in surrender to God, allowing Him to change every defect of character, until no resemblance of self remains; Only that of our dear Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus.
What a blessing it is for us to share with you the many wondrous things God is doing here in the mountains of Honduras. With every newsletter we send to you, it is our hope and prayer that you are encouraged, uplifted, and drawn closer to our Lord and Savior.
Every passing day brings us closer to the day Christ will return.. In the short time that remains, we must spend every moment in surrender to God, allowing Him to change every defect of character, until no resemblance of self remains; Only that of our dear Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus.
Friday, October 14, 2011
Maranatha Newsletter September / October 2010
Greetings Dear M.M.M. Family,
We thank God upon every remembrance of you; praying always that God may richly bless each one of you. We are living in such uncertain times, when we must have a solid connection and personal relationship with God. We need to remember that we are living in the anti-typical day of atonement, a day when the people of God must be searching their hearts, confessing all sin, overcoming by Gods’ grace, and making sure that there is nothing standing between their souls and their Savior ( Leviticus 23:27-29). Dear friends, time is short! and there are signs all around us; signs letting us know that our redemption draweth nigh!
When making plans to come to the States for the summer, we never know, if this will be our last opportunity to visit friends and family in the States. So we want to give thanks to God, for the faithful, capable volunteers, that keep the work going forward in Honduras, making it possible for us to come to the States one more time, and share with our friends and family. We wish we could have seen all of you in person, but we are thankful that we can share God’s blessings through our newsletters. So sit back, get your tall glass of water, and we pray that you will be blessed and encouraged, as you hear of God’s goodness.
We thank God upon every remembrance of you; praying always that God may richly bless each one of you. We are living in such uncertain times, when we must have a solid connection and personal relationship with God. We need to remember that we are living in the anti-typical day of atonement, a day when the people of God must be searching their hearts, confessing all sin, overcoming by Gods’ grace, and making sure that there is nothing standing between their souls and their Savior ( Leviticus 23:27-29). Dear friends, time is short! and there are signs all around us; signs letting us know that our redemption draweth nigh!
When making plans to come to the States for the summer, we never know, if this will be our last opportunity to visit friends and family in the States. So we want to give thanks to God, for the faithful, capable volunteers, that keep the work going forward in Honduras, making it possible for us to come to the States one more time, and share with our friends and family. We wish we could have seen all of you in person, but we are thankful that we can share God’s blessings through our newsletters. So sit back, get your tall glass of water, and we pray that you will be blessed and encouraged, as you hear of God’s goodness.
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