Breakfast Treats
Every third Saturday Mark has a breakfast treat. It is a
treat because a man from North Carolina who teaches here cooks up a “Grand
Slam” and then some! But the bigger treat is the fellowship and prayer with
guys from around the world who love and serve the Lord Jesus Christ here in
Kazakhstan.
Today we prayed for the people of Iraq, asking that God’s
hand of protection be upon them. We prayed for our world leaders, that God
would lead them to wisdom and peace. We asked that in whatever may happen the
name of Christ will be lifted up and people will be drawn to Him.
One brother who works with our missionary kids asked prayer
on their behalf. He shared that some are struggling with being far from friends
and family in their homelands. Some kids are bitter toward God and their
parents. Others are strong and vibrant in their walk with Him. The kids are
planning a retreat for a weekend in April and ask God to bless them all with a
greater love for Him.
Prayers were offered for a women’s shelter that is being
built largely through the labors of workers from Australia. Kazakh women who
have no safe place to go are already coming. They are finding the love and
welcome of a Father God.
A medical doctor from Nigeria asked prayer for patients he
works with here. Their medical clinic is facing various challenges from the
governing authorities. We asked God to make it possible for them to serve the
many who need His healing power and saving grace.
One brother recently returned from meeting with Christian
leaders from throughout the Middle East. He shared about their faith and
struggles, especially at this time. Again, we prayed that the name of Christ
would be held in high honor in those lands. Millions live in places where open
witness to King Jesus is practically impossible.
A couple brothers are involved in the translation of God’s
Word into local languages. As Americans we have the privilege of hearing God’s
voice through many English translations. Many in these regions are without the
Scriptures. One nearly completed translation project is in need of over
$100,000 to print and distribute the water of life to this thirsty land. We
asked BIG believing that God is even BIGGER.
Our prayers stretched across to Cambodia where a government
official lies on his deathbed, receiving the care of Christian workers there.
We asked that God might heal him in body and soul.
We prayed for a little church in the heartland of America
where the pastor was just dismissed for his addiction to Internet pornography.
About a hundred needy young people look to that church for love and place to
hang out. We prayed that God would heal and restore this fallen shepherd, and
that his sheep would not be scattered.
One brother’s work connects him with key educational leaders
in various cities of this nation. He asked that God would bless the friendships
and contacts he is making for the Kingdom. People are hungry for Him who is the
Truth.
Most of all we gave praise to God for His many blessings:
healthy families, fruitful ministries, saving mercy, abundant provisions, fellowship
in His service, and tasty breakfasts.
Thanks for joining us in these prayers.
