Building upon the Right Foundation

Ask God to thrust into His harvest many young people ready to proclaim the “Good News.” Pray that they will learn from God’s Word to live in the light of His coming and be ready to stand before the judgment seat of Christ. “I have written to you, young men, because you are strong, and the word of God abides in you, and you have overcome the evil one” (1 John 2:14). Thank God for every pastor and teacher already laboring to perfect the saints, and ask Him to strengthen them to continue their work through the power of the Holy Spirit.

A superficial life will collapse when there is no substance in its structure. A solid foundation is necessary to weather the storms of life. Jesus told his disciples that a “wise man” builds his house upon a rock and the “foolish man” builds his house upon the sand (Matthew 7:24-27). Every child of God must understand that Jesus Christ is the Cornerstone of Christianity. He is the rock! In order to live effectively and effectually as His disciples, it is important to learn and practice His commandments and His creeds. "According to the grace of God which was given me, as a wise master builder I laid a foundation, and another is building upon it. But let each man be careful how he builds upon it. For no man can lay a foundation other than the one which is laid, which is Jesus Christ" (1 Corinthians 3:10-11).

The SMS missionaries of Lutsk, Ukraine know that Jesus is the true foundation of genuine faith. In order to explain God's Word and exhort people to build strong spiritual lives upon the solid rock of Christ, small study groups have been created. Bible doctrine and practical Christian living are taught to young believers in order to strengthen their faith and to help them to live holy and spiritually healthy lives within the church and within their communities. Also, Bible study groups are conducted for people who are interested in learning more about Christianity but are reluctant to attend a church service.

Both husbands and wives are active in these vital outreaches in the city of Lutsk and in many small towns within the Volyn region of Western Ukraine. Clearly, they are introducing the Gospel to many new people, and they are helping the believers build strong character and conviction in their Christian lives. The SMS missionaries are "equipping the saints for the work of service" (Ephesians 4:12) that will be built upon the solid foundation of Christ. Pray that God will give them the wisdom and the words to continue this great outreach.

Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible."

Matthew 19:26

Never wait for the lost soul to approach you and ask about the way to salvation. He or she seldom comes. The method of our Lord Jesus was to seek the lost. “For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost” (Luke 19:10). All around us are opportunities to witness about “new life” in Christ, if the believer will allow the Holy Spirit to assist him in sharing that marvelous message. People should be given a choice. Pray that all of the SMS missionaries will present the Gospel to anyone who is willing to listen to the “Good News.”