The voices of these next generation apprentice missionaries cracked as they cried out to God, asking Him to open the eyes of the blind, and to open hungry hearts to respond to the Good News of Jesus and His Kingdom.
There are many causes for a thirsty soul, but discontentment is a principal factor. We are surrounded by fallen people and a broken world. We become discontent with ourselves, our sinfulness, and mortality. All this can cause spiritual weariness. Like David, we live in a spiritually dry land.
Nigerian-born Viashima Agu is almost 60, an age when many men are beginning to think about retirement. Not Viashima. He’s taking on one of the hardest jobs anyone can imagine.
I have sought to imitate leaders who have delivered others and who have influenced and empowered me with mercy and love. By contrast, I’ve avoided imitating those who lead by dominating others in order to accomplish their ministry goals.
We went away from the forum with a powerful reminder from God: The promises of God describe the reality on which we base our confidence for this ministry. In that truth and on His promises, we stand together.