Monday, 25 February 2008

Self Denial Launch

With 20 years ministry experience on the international mission field, Lieut-Colonels Ian and Sonja Southwell were worthy guest leaders for our Self Denial Appeal Launch. It was a time of inspiring worship as we journeyed to Zambia and learned something of the Army's ministry in that part of the world. The personal challenge to consider making a sacrificial gift toward this year's appeal was reinforced by the immense social and spiritual needs brought to our attention.

Why deny ourselves?
  • Because Jesus said so.
  • Because of the needs of the world.
  • Because Jesus set the example.

How will our giving benefit others?

  • Nothing we ever do for the Lord is wasted.
  • The gospel still needs to be proclaimed.
  • New leaders need to be trained.
  • Poverty needs to be addressed.
  • Illness needs to be fought, and
  • Those with varying needs cared for.

Mark 8:34 ~ "If anyone would come after me, he must deny himself and take up his cross and follow me."

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