Daily Topic for November 18, 2004
The “torch was passed” to a new leader in Israel, marking the beginning of the end of Saul’s reign. Saul was a tragic figure, repeatedly taking matters into his own hands and then experiencing the consequences. David, by contrast, would show a consistent sensitivity to the Holy Spirit, acknowledging his dependence and quickly confessing his sin. This is the kind of man (or woman) God uses for His glory among the nations.
Father, we want to have David’s sensitivity and not Saul’s compulsiveness. Lead us in paths of righteousness that bless all the families of the earth.
“...and with Your blood You purchased men for God from every tribe and language and people and nation. You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God…(Rev. 5:9b NIV).” Victory is assured! But who will go to tell the nations?
One emerging mission force is made up of Latin Americans. They have formed a sending based called “Enlace” that is using practical training in business to bless Muslim nations. They are strategically working in parts of the Muslim world where there are high unemployment rates. Their efforts are providing training for people who desperately need skills so they can earn a living. So far, they have projects in teaching English, computer science, welding, chicken breeding, and fruit drying. People who might otherwise be unemployed are now earning an honest living, and helping their economies improve. Their training projects offer opportunities for the Latin American believers to share the life and love of Christ with Muslim individuals and families.
Learn more at joshuaproject.netLet’s pray for these projects to bear lasting fruit for the Kingdom of God. Pray that God will raise up the right people to work with Enlace projects. Pray that these efforts will stir entire Muslim communities to praise the God of Abraham, and put their faith in His Son, Jesus Christ.-KC
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