MINISTRY UPDATE AUGUST 2020

MINISTRY REPORT FROM JOHN

Hi everyone,

We hope you are all staying well during these amazing times. Here in Melbourne, Australia we are in another statewide lockdown, our state declared a 'State of disaster'. This lockdown sees us unable to go further than 5km from our home, the majority of businesses closed and all schooling taking place from home. 

Like so many, JCM has been impacted by this pandemic but we praise God for His faithfulness during this time. Obviously all my interstate and overseas travel has been cancelled but we have taken this opportunity to upskill on technology, which has enabled me to hold many Zoom meetings, live-stream preach, record sermons and encouragement videos, and connect with leaders and churches globally. I have also taken time to start writing a book, which many have suggested and requested over the years. Hopefully, this will be available later in the year.

Most of us have never lived in times like these we are currently experiencing. I am in regular contact with many of our Leaders Network International (LNI) leaders in 26 countries and there are numerous stories of ongoing challenging circumstances. And perhaps you are feeling overwhelmed, disappointed, frustrated, confused, anxious, wondering what will happen in the coming days.

Allow me to remind you that followers of Jesus Christ can live with hope and an unshakeable confidence. How can we do that? Romans 8:37 tells us that whatever is happening "in all these things we are more than conquerors through Jesus Christ who loved us". Another version says, "you have an overwhelming victory through Jesus Christ". We may be having a tough time, we may not understand all that is happening to us, or around us, but we are not alone. The Lord is with us. He wants to comfort us, encourage us, strengthen us, and empower us through Holy Spirit. Spend time talking with Him, reading His Word. Renew your mind with His promises. The more you do this the more you will live with an unshakeable confidence in Him.

At JCM we continue to work to help alleviate poverty for as many people as possible, as we have done for many years. If you visit our web site johncairns.org you can read our Gifts for Change brochure which details many ways people can help. Although not detailed in our brochure, we are also helping leaders in many countries in practical ways as they serve their churches and communities. Aus.$80 -100 per week will help a family buy basic food supplies for 7 days. A little goes a long way in these environments.  If you can help, we would love to hear from you.

Stay encouraged. Fear Not. Be blessed and be a blessing in every way you can to everyone you can!

Love and blessings,

John and Heather

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