The Ramp June 2009

We had such a great time at The Ramp. God always shows himself faithful. I am learning to live a set apart life. Jesus said, Come out from among them and be ye separate." II Corinthians 6:17

THE TALE OF TWO MORAVIAN MISSIONARIES

THE TALE OF TWO MORAVIAN MISSIONARIES

Two young Moravians heard of an island in the West Indies where an atheist British owner had 2000 to 3000 slaves. And the owner had said, "No preacher, no clergyman, will ever stay on this island. If he’s shipwrecked we’ll keep him in a separate house until he has to leave; but he’s never going to talk to any of us about God. I’m through with all that nonsense." Three thousand salves from the jungles of Africa brought to an island in the Atlantic and there to live and die without hearing of Christ.

Two young Moravians heard about it. They sold themselves to the British planter and used the money they received from their sale, for he paid no more than he would for any slave, to pay their passage out to his island for he wouldn’t even transport them. As the ship left it’s pier in the river at Hamburg and was going out into the North Sea, carried with the tide, the Moravians had come from Herrenhut to see these two lads off, in their early twenties. Never to return again, for this wasn’t a four year term; they sold themselves into life-time slavery. Simply that as slaves, they could be a s Christians where these others were.

The families were there weeping, for they knew they would never see them again. And they wondered why they were going and questioned the wisdom of it. As the gap widened and the housings had been cast off and were being curled up there on the pier, and the young boys saw the widening gap, one lad with his arm linked through the arm of his fellow, raised his hand and shouted across the gap the last words that were heard from them, they were these: "MAY THE LAMB THAT WAS SLAIN, RECEIVE THE REWARD OF HIS SUFFERING!" This became the call of Moravian missions. And this is the only reason for being, That the Lamb that was slain, may receive the reward of His suffering.


....Paris Reidhead
Ten Shekels and a Shirt

Today's Verse
Yet the LORD longs to be gracious to you; he rises to show you compassion. For the LORD is a God of justice. Blessed are all who wait for him!
— Isaiah 30:18 (NIV)

James Charles Gray

I have a new little cousin James Charles Gray. He was born Yesterday

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PRAY

Give thanks for the excellent transition effort by President Bush, Chief of Staff Bolten and members of both the Bush and Obama transition teams as they continue to work for a smooth transfer of power, through to Tuesday morning. Pray for each step to work well, and pray for God’s blessing on the Obama team as they continue preparations and training.

Pray for President Elect Barack Obama and Michelle Obama, Vice President Elect Joe Biden and Jill Biden, as they now step up to serve our nation, taking leadership at a crucial moment in our national life. As the two men take the oath of office, pray that the Spirit of God will be there, reminding them of His indwelling power and grace for every situation.

As hundreds of thousands of citizens flock to Washington, D.C. to take part in the historic Inaugural events, pray for the safety and protection of each one, asking God to cover every part of the Inauguration with His care. Pray for great blessing, joy and civility for all who participate. Pray for the smooth operation of all aspects, including public transportation, security, parades, balls and more.

Give thanks for the legacy and work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. whose life will be celebrated on Monday with a special day of service to others, called for by President Elect Obama. Pray for the success of the first National Day of Community Service, asking that God will glorify Himself as citizens serve those in need.

Pray for Rev. Rick Warren as he prays at the formal Inauguration ceremony, asking that God will be honored in his efforts and many will consider the love and power of God in our nation. Pray also for the National Prayer Service that will be held on Tuesday, January 21 in the National Cathedral, asking that God will be honored and glorified and that Americans will commit to pray faithfully for President Elect Obama and his administration.

Pray for confirmation hearings taking place on Capitol Hill, asking God to guide each subcommittee charged with this great responsibility into His wisdom and insight. Pray for each cabinet appointee as they make rounds of members of Congress seeking to build strong relationships that will serve our nation.

Pray for members of our military, serving faithfully in difficult situations and conditions, asking God to protect and safeguard every one. Pray for the 5,000+ troops who will work to keep our nation’s capital safe throughout next week’s Inauguration festivities, giving thanks for their great sacrifice and dedication.

a cry without a voice.

This was group was in DC for the call. What a great ministry they have.

http://www.acrywithoutavoice.com/index.html

never take life for granted

Your eyes saw me when I was only a fetus. Every day [of my life] was recorded in your book before one of them had taken place.(Psalms 139:16)GOD'S WORD® Translation