2016- CC- Monday’s Mission Moment from chinaconnect

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On one television game show, the host will often ask contestants, “If you win a million dollars, what will you do with the money?” Some talk of buying a bigger home, taking trips, or paying off bills. It’s surprising how many also mention sharing their money with others or contributing to worthy causes.

One of the greatest themes of Scripture is that of using the gifts we have been given. If we have money, we are urged to use it to help those less fortunate. If we have abilities, they are to be used for the benefit of all. If we can sing, we are to sing praises to God; if we can speak, we are to use our voices to tell the good news. Our gifts may be to build, to grow food, to cook, to teach, to pray, or to listen. Whatever they are, God can use them in the work of the Kingdom.

Those who know the story of salvation have their greatest gift in the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jesus tells us that we are not to hide our gifts, but rather to let his light shine through them for all to see. As we enter the month of September chinaconnect prepares for its Board meeting and a dinner being held at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Tacoma, Wa. on Friday, September 23. Our dinner is called Harvesting Hope. We will give thanks to God for projects that support poor children and families around Nanchang, southern China, and give thanks to God for new projects started in the north of China. We are so grateful for all of you who have contributed your prayers and finances.

Whatever gifts God has provided you, let the light and life of Christ shine through them. Continue to use them in the work of the Kingdom of God. “Like” our Facebook page and see how your gifts of faith can support the mission and ministry of chinaconnect.

Blessings and Peace,

Steve