“By dwelling upon the faults of others, we are changed into the same image. But by beholding Jesus, talking of his love and perfection of character, we become changed into His image”
(Ministry of Healing, p. 492). “MUST READ” VERSES
Inspired with Praise
Romans 12:10
1 Peter 3:9
Philippians 4:8
BY KHAMSAY PHETCHAREUN
“Praise God for His wonderful love in giving Christ to die for us. It never pays to think of our grievances. God calls upon us to think of His mercy and His matchless love, that we may be inspired with praise” (MH 492).
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ow often do we thank God for the common miracles He gives, like the food on our plates, clothes on our bodies, our perfectly formed, functional hands, legs and feet? Did you know that 80% of the world’s population tries to survive on less than $10 a day?1 If able-bodied people around the world struggle to survive, what about the disabled in poor countries like Laos? What do they have to thank God for? What hope do they have? Laos, the country of my heart, is one of the most bombed countries on earth and the scars of war still run deep in many forms. During my frequent travels to Laos, I often encounter people who were born with defects and sadly realize they experience severe rejection and shortlived, poverty-stricken lives filled with misery and despair.
every day visiting people, always looking for opportunities to share Christ in every situation. She tells everyone she meets that Jesus is the only way to find true happiness and help for any problems or worries they might have.
I cannot tell you why Nuy was born deformed and paralyzed. It may be traced back to Agent Orange that was dropped during the war, nevertheless, Nuy is one of many disabled people in Laos. Read how Nuy’s life and outlook changed dramatically from being hopeless to hopeful after she met Jesus Christ through ASAP Lay Pastor Soupaluk Waswangboon.
She made a special point to visit with Nuy every week when she visited the home. Nuy started opening up to her and Soupaluk discovered that Nuy’s disability and paralysis from the waist-down caused her to feel like a burden to her family and society. She felt like there was no reason for living. Soupaluk shared about Jesus and how He came to this earth a long time ago to seek out people just like her in need of healing of their bodies and their hearts. She told her many
Miss Soupaluk oversees three worship groups. She goes out
One day while Soupaluk was visiting with new friends, she noticed her friend’s sister, Nuy, lying on the mat in the corner of the room. She felt impressed to go over and talk to her. “Sabai dee bor?” (How are you?) she asked gently with a smile. Soupaluk sensed a dark cloud encompassing Nuy who did not even look at her or respond. When she noticed how thin this lady was, her concern for her grew deeper when she saw Nuy through Jesus’ eyes.
MARCH/APRIL 2013
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