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."
