Israel Insights With Pastor Don

What we learned about Israel, the culture, the people, the politics and best of all, about a vibrant Arab evangelical Christian church that needs our help.

Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Dependence On God For All Things

Hello everyone,
Our Conference ended at noon today, while you sleepy heads were still in dreamland. Yesterday Dorothy taught the ladies again on the importance of memorizing God's word. At the same time I taught the church leaders and some other pastors on True Discipleship from Mt. 28:19-20. I preached again last night on the simplicity of the Gospel message and plan of salvation. Because God desires everyone to repent and come to the knowledge of the truth, He has not made this salvation message difficult to understand, so man is without excuse.

Many came forward for prayer at the close of the service which ended about midnight. The people have no reluctance to ask God for help about everything. They also don't seem to worry about time, especially when it comes to worship. We have many testimonies to share with you later.

The evangelical Arab Christian community of believers are a beautiful example of faithful people. We will treasure this experience forever as our faith has increased by being here. As usually is the case, we came to bless but will leave having received the greater blessing. That strong, hot Arabic coffee and delicious pastries after service does not hurt either! May God bless the evangelical churches of Nazareth and Haifa and throughout this land. Tomorrow we explore the old area of Nazareth, the church of the Annunciation, the synagogue of Luke 4 and the cliff where they attempted to push Jesus off. Oh, foolish people! God bless.

Love in Christ,
Pastor Don and Dorothy

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