This week we continue week 3 of the Journey of Lent, a journey of 40 days through the Wilderness with Jesus Christ towards Easter. We will discover that Wilderness is a much more positive experience than we might imagine and we pray that we will be drawn into a deeper relationship with Jesus.
Let’s Pray For Stephen and Angelina Cowan (global mission workers in Kenya)
Give thanks for new personnel and opportunities to talk about the gospel. Give thanks for the good attendance at the Bible teaching and staff training seminars. Pray for all affected by the pandemic in Kenya and all efforts to suppress virus spread. Latvia Pray for our partners in Latvia, the Evangelical Reformed Church of Latvia and the Baltic Reformed Theological Seminary. Pray for their work and witness through the restrictions caused by the pandemic. |
“Reading Between The Lines” a series working through the bible looking at the well known phrases.
Circumcision
This week I am going to suggest a film each day. These videos are free to watch but may take a little longer to fully appreciate.
Corrie Ten Boom (58 minute video)
When Nazi forces invaded Holland in 1940 and began rounding up Jews, Corrie ten Boom, her sister Betsie, and their elderly father risked their lives to save as many as possible. A hidden room was secretly built in their home where the oppressed Jews took refuge until a Gestapo raid put an end to their operation. Corrie ten Boom: a Faith Undefeated recounts this unforgettable story for a new generation.
Helpful Thoughts On Prayer - Paul Tripp and J. D. Greear discuss the question, “What did James mean by, ‘You do not have, because you do not ask?’” They address:
Taking the verse seriously (:00)
Avoiding a formulaic approach (1:16)
Understanding God’s sovereignty in prayer (2:15)
“Stop asking stupid questions and eat” (3:27)
Understanding the call to pray (4:11)
Best resources on prayer (5:06)
Adulterous prayer (7:07)
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/podcasts/q-a-podcast/what-did-james-mean-by-you-do-not-have-because-you-do-not-ask/
EMF
The latest Newsletter and prayer guide for March are now available to download below |
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The latest prayer update from Andrew Neill the E3 North Coast Schools worker. Look out for a video update on Sunday from Andrew.
su_e3nc_march_pp.pdf |
Christian Unions Ireland
The prayer points for this week. 1st – 4th March – Give thanks for the kindness, prayers and generosity of CUI supporters. Please continue to pray that our abundant Father would supply what we need financially as CUI to continue in the mission he’s called us to. – Pray for the Queens University Belfast mission events week from the 1st – 5th March with Michael Ots and Mark Ellis
Mission Week Coleraine
Ben Patterson from Ulster University Coleraine gives an update on the CU mission week. https://www.cui.ie/blog/263/unrestricted |
Mission Week Trinity Dublin
Trinity College Dublin student, Sarah White, shares some lessons from their CU mission week. https://www.cui.ie/blog/264/what-god-taught-me-through |
CUI Chair Jim Crookes is joined by world renowned author and social critic Os Guinness, for a special episode on The CUI Podcast on the Christian and politics. The world watched in shock at the events that unfolded on January 6th outside the Capitol building in Washington DC. Protesters held signs that said “Jesus Saves” as they rampaged through one of the greatest symbols of democracy in the world. In both Ireland and the US, evangelicals are confused and dismayed by the astonishing speed with which their culture has rejected its Judeo–Christian roots. Some are tempted to fight politically in defence of a Christian Nation; at the same time, tens of thousands of young adults from evangelicals are moving into agnosticism or liberal post–evangelical communities. How far should Christians get involved in politics? How should we engage effectively with a post–Christian world in a way that honours the Lord Jesus Christ?
Thanks so much for your ongoing prayers and support. Praise the Lord for open doors to reach out in love to seafarers, even during lockdown. The seafarers need our support these days, more than ever. During February there have been so many stories and situations on board it’s hard to condense, but hopefully my update will give you a flavour and encourage you in your prayers. Please see the file below.
And thank you so much to everyone who has supported us with our car fund. It’s been such a great encouragement to see generous support pouring in. Praise the Lord! With the Lord’s help we hope to get a new car this week. You can read more about it in my update. Thanks so much and God bless you,
colin_jenkins_storms_and_songs_-_update_133_february_2021.pdf |
An Interview with George and Nabil from Syria to help you pray for the Bible Society Work in Syria.
While we went into national lockdowns in the UK, Syrians had to continue with their lives. George described to us that “we are too busy running away from starvation to have the luxury of fighting Corona”. Yet they are optimistic and full of joy telling us of the work they have been able to do this year. Watch the interview below to hear from George himself!
Open Doors - World Watch List
Open Doors has released the World Watch List. The list of countries where it is most dangerous to be a Christian in 2021. The full list can be found here https://www.opendoorsuk.org/persecution/world-watch-list/ This week the focus is on Yemen the seventh most dangerous country in the world to be a Christian. Read about Yeman here https://www.opendoorsuk.org/persecution/world-watch-list/yemen/ |
This week we continue the 24/7 Prayer Course with Pete Greig - Week 4 Intercession - a course which we took part in a couple of years ago on Wednesday evenings. The videos have been re-recorded and a couple more sessions have been added since then. Here is a link to this week’s resource guide.
https://prayercourse.org/session/intercession/
The times for yesterday’s Jigsaw
Jean 2:59
Derek 3:11
From our holiday last year in the Lake District
Play the "Lake District Wednesday" puzzle!
https://www.jigsawplanet.com/?rc=play&pid=2d930e62b6c0