*Volume 79 *No. 03 *Published by Christian Triumph Co. *Permit # 695 * MAR 2015
Contents: Greetings from Cuba & Brazil…….2 Narciso in Peru......……..………… 3 Little Things and Nigeria....….....4- 5 Little David….……………….........6 A SONG OF LOVE Be Strong, Take Time…...……..….7 Psalm 92
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HE CARETH FOR ME! By Maxine Trigleth
He careth for me when the troubles descend. When menacing torrents of rain and of winds Threaten to thrash every fiber within, He draws me and holds me so close to Him! He stands by me like a sheltering oak -Whose life giving branches have power to invoke All the strength and protection that my life will need. In the time of temptation--in the times when I weep. I sense His sweet presence when everything’s right. The sun richly shining, the sky clear and bright, When the grass is so green and the flowers are in bloom And birds sing their love songs and nest building zooms.
Meaning:
The sun will always shine when I’m with you! JESUS: Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid. Mt.14:27 NIV
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. Mt. 11:28-30 NIV
And God’s special orchestra blends its rare songs -The cricket, the grasshopper, locust and frog. Their instruments tuned and their talents displayed, In the still of the night and sometimes through the day. He careth for me in all of my times And makes life worth living with purpose sublime. I love Him, I trust Him to guide me each day -I know He’ll be with me each step of my way!
JESUS: My purpose Is to give life In all its fullness. John 10:10 TLB
GREETINGS FROM CUBA! Dear Brothers and Sisters, I recently received the two packages of tracts that you sent. They served greatly in the work of our small church in this city. We have been preaching the gospel house by house in our neighborhood. We are also starting a campaign where we go through the phone book and send a tract to each person at their address.
NEWS FROM BRAZIL Dear Brother! Peace of the Lord Jesus. How are you? For me, it is one pleasure that you contact. I am fine, and I have made distribution of many tracts in my nation by God’s Glory. Souls are very precious to the Lord! Souls need salvation. I supply tracts free in many places of Brazil, and the Lord has blessed my work.
The tracts are also so helpful for our prison ministry. The prisoners really appreciate anything that comes from the outside. They read, reread, analyze and memorize the tracts. We give tracts to them when we visit personally and we also send some through the mail.
Many Brazilians receive my literature well. Gospel tracts are very good for taking God’s word to the people. Many people have had their lives changed and received salvation through Gospel tracts. When a person reads a tract that a Christian supplies, a spiritual form of work occurs in his life. Please, I wish that you will send me a small package of Gospel tracts in Portuguese. This will bless my nation and the Brazilians will understand well. Thank you very much. Blessings, Dear Brother. Prov. 11:30b Mario, Brasil,
I wanted you to know what we are doing with them because I would like to request more tracts. Even now I am working on 25 letters to women in jail to encourage them and give them hope in the Lord, but this time I will also be able to put a tract in each letter, which I am sure will be passed around to many people. I am telling you this so you know the reach that your work for the Lord has.
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On September 25, 1996, 18 years ago, I received a booklet called Lecturas Biblicas. It’s now falling apart, not from neglect but from frequent use during all these years—clarifying doubts and preparing sermons for some churches. Maybe I’m foolish to think you still have some copies of this book left, but since it’s so useful and such a blessing I think maybe you do. If not, please forgive my asking. Roberto Cuba
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Christian Triumph has six of Narciso’s books, Walking Man, in English - to give away if you would like a copy. On the back of the book, you will read: Got a heart for missions and a spirit for adventure? Called out of delinquency and despite abject poverty, Narciso Zamora trekked with the Gospel over the mountains and through the jungles of Ecuador, Peru and Chile. Join the Walking Man in a literal journey of a thousand miles – an odyssey of serenity in adversity.
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Finally the Rain Stopped by Walking Man
Excerpt from Narciso’s book (one of his Gospel adventures: after a Bible Study) The next morning, I told the family that I had some plastic wares that I wanted to exchange for food that doesn’t easily spoil. The brother told me that I hadn’t needed to offer anything but to just ask because they had plenty for me to take home. …they gave me a sack full of 40 kilos of corn, squash, peas, lima beans, green beans, potatoes, carrots, cabbage, and more. I was so happy to receive that large quantity of food to be able to take home to my family. After breakfast, I threw that sack up on my shoulders and started walking. It was 7:00 a.m. when I started and within just a few hours, I was worn out- and the rest of the way was uphill! I had a mountain to climb, no exaggeration! I sat down to rest beside the road, then I went a short way into the woods and found some rope-like vines. I tied the sack with the vines in the middle, brought the ends of the vine around my shoulders, tied it off in a knot, at my chest and I started off again. It was getting late in the day. I had nothing left. I was hungry and thirsty but my heart jumped when I saw the sight of the city up ahead and I thought, “I’m almost there!” I got home around 4:00 p.m. and my wife ran out to meet me. As she helped to lift the sack off me, we saw that the weight and the vines had brought blood to my shoulders. I was completely exhausted with barely enough strength to walk into the house; but I was happy because that day my wife cooked a delicious corn and a vegetable stew. Glory to God! Page 63
Before we pour the cement to make the ceiling/floor of the second story, we level it and support it with these wooden poles. We’ve had four days of calm after almost a month of non-stop rain. It was problematic trying to work on the church construction every day it rained. Water was coming from everywhere and flooded the space where Pastor Cesar and his wife and kids live. They were worried because the water had filled the latrine they were using and water was starting to come out of it! Can you imagine have to wade around in that. Terrible. But now the water level is down again and we are trying to construct the real bathroom and shut off that latrine because we need that area anyway for the next phase of construction. We’ve been at it since Monday a week ago and now part of the walls and columns are ready. After that, we’ll have to put up wood to prop up the roof/floor of second story for pouring the cement on the front part of the building. Narciso in Peru Walking Man |
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importance. Paul spoke of this to those who prayed for him - in 2 Corinthians 1:8-11.
Little Things Can Make a HUGE Difference
We do not want you to be uniformed, brothers, about the hardships we suffered in the province of Asia. We were under great pressure, far beyond our ability to endure, so that we despaired even of life. Indeed, in our hearts we felt the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead. He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and he will deliver us. On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers of many.
by Anita: Yes, little things make a big difference; for instance, the little birds that fly about. We may not pay much attention to them as to their kind or beauty; however, if or when we consider what birds can do for man, we might be amazed. While searching for food, they can and do feast on numbers of insects, rodents, as well as weed seeds which help the farmers harvest more crops. Without the birds’ assistance, our food would be much more expensive. (That makes a big difference!) Also, birds can and do affect old, barren abandoned fields which spring to new, productive life because of the seeds. Mallard ducks are of great benefit, often placed in swamps and ponds to rid them of mosquito larvae. This helps control disease. Psalm 36 promises that God is concerned for both man and beast. In Luke 12:24, Jesus says, Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no storeroom or barn; yet God feeds them.NIV Birds are important to God, and He cares for them. Then, Jesus added in that same verse: And how much more valuable you are than birds. NIV At times, though, we may feel very insignificant. We may seem little in our own sight or maybe from another’s point of view as well. But with God, we are of great value, and His salvation is so important that Jesus gave His life for us. God cares for each person no matter who or where he or she resides! In truth, we all make a huge difference in this world, especially as we pray for others and share the Love of God. Anita H.
NOW IN NIGERIA! By Donna, Outreach Coordinator
We ask your prayers for our partners in Nigeria who recently were attacked. As well, a church in the northern part of the country was burned to the ground by Sunni Muslim extremists of the Boko Harman group. Praise God no one was in the church and none of the congregation was harmed, though many Christians in Baga were killed. Musa Mohammed is the pastor of the church in Baga. Many of the church members fled to the neighboring country of Niger for safety.Our man on the ground is Pastor Japhet Ekpo (see picture), who lives in Lagos, and established the satellite church in Baga, in Northern Nigeria. He writes, “The Muslims want Sharia law to
Editor: In the following article about Nigeria, we can see that just sending a used Bible will be an act of love. Even though praying may seem a small thing - to those whose very lives depend upon the Lord, prayer is of the utmost
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be established and want their independent republic.” The problems are contained to the northern part of the country, which the Muslims consider their land. “For instance, I am of Igbo origin in the eastern part of Nigeria. We do not have problems, but they do not want us there,” explains Pastor Ekpo.
Little Is Much A hedge served to grace the back of our yard, With privacy afforded replete. Until we noticed one particular day That our fence was no longer complete. A tiny opening had come into view, With pets---dogs and cats now our visitors. And what had become of that once private place, Seemed now to be trod with transgressors.
Christian Triumph is preparing a big mailing bag of tracts and Bibles to send to Nigeria. The need is greater there now. If you have an extra Bible you would consider donating to our readers in Nigeria, we will gladly forward it on in the M-bag, a cost-saving mailing method. Please send to Christian Triumph Company, PO BOX 5187, Corpus Christi, Texas 78465-5187. Please include a small note saying: Bible for Nigeria.
We never considered how important the shrub, That took a disease and grew ill. Until it had died and none took its place Now visitors came as they willed. The family no longer enjoyed its release From the neighbors with an inquiring glance. The bar-b-que setting was never the same Since the death in the back hedge row fence. And who can measure the worth of the small, As it fits in a much bigger plan Without it the picture could not be complete It’s necessary for the whole span.
The terrorist group’s activities are becoming more frequent as Nigeria approaches their national elections on February 14th. Still, please continue in prayer that God will be manifest in the lives of our Christian Brothers and Sisters in Nigeria and protect them from further violence.
Who can measure the worth of the smallest of coins The penny for the purchase complete. All alone its value seems so very small In emergencies what a great treat. And what of that small piece of chocolate cake To the one who is counting the cost, Of trying to take off the excessive weight It only adds less to the loss.
The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of this world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. 2 Corinthians 10:4 NIV
Oh, little things you’re so important in life We need to be alert to your birth. Christ said that even a cup of cold water Brought rewards of considerable worth. So Lord, help me please to recognize worth In tiny deeds that I do every day. To someone they might be a blessing untold As he journeys along on life’s way! Maxine Tolbert Trigleth
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Feeling Inadequate – Too little?
keeper of supplies, ran to the battle lines and greeted his brothers. As he was talking with them, Goliath, the Philistine champion from Gath, stepped out from his lines and shouted his usual defiance, and David heard it. When the Israelites saw the man, they all ran from him in great fear. David said to Saul, “Let no one lose heart on account of this Philistine; your servant will go and fight him.” Saul replied, “You are not able to go out against this Philistine and fight him; you are only a boy, and he has been a fighting man from his youth.” But David said to Saul, “The Lord who delivered me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine.” Saul said to David, “Go, and the Lord be with you.” …Meanwhile the Philistine, with his shield bearer in front of him, kept coming closer to David. He looked David over and saw that he was only a boy… “Am I a dog, that you come at me with sticks?” And the Philistine cursed David by his gods… David said to the Philistine, “You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the Lord Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied…all those who gathered here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the Lord saves; for the battle is the Lord’s…” David ran quickly toward the battle line to meet him. Reaching into his bag and taking out a stone, he slung it and struck the Philistine…so [little] David triumphed over the Philistine. (Summary of scriptures by Editor)
Remember the shepherd boy who became King!
The Lord said to Samuel… “I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem. I have chosen one of his sons to be king.” Samuel saw Eliab and thought, “Surely the Lord’s anointed stands here before the Lord.” But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance but the Lord looks at the heart.” Jesse had seven of his sons pass before Samuel, but Samuel said to him, “The Lord has not chosen these…Are these all the sons you have?” “There is still the youngest,” Jesse answered, “but he is tending the sheep.” …Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the Lord came upon David in power… I Samuel 16
Later: I Samuel 17: Early in the morning David left the flock with a shepherd, loaded up and set out, as Jesse had directed. He reached the camp as the army was going out to its battle positions…David left his things with the
TAKE HEART. When God is involved, anything can happen. NIV The Living Insights Study Bible, Charles R Swindoll 6
Yes, we are called to be strong and to stand firm and to get back up when were been knocked down and we commend people like that for being people of great faith. We must also remember that we in the church are called to knock down walls of hate and hostility and unforgiveness - and to build bridges of love and reconciliation.
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As I watched the Super Bowl last night, I was reminded of the story of a young man who was an All-American football player in college went back to his alma mater as an assistant coach. One of his main responsibilities in his new job would be to go out and scout and recruit players for his college team.
For he himself is our peace, who has made us both one and has destroyed the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility. Ephesians 2:14 And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church and the gates of Hell will not prevail against it. Matthew 16:18
Before he made his first recruiting trip, he went in to visit with the head coach, the same coach for whom he had played when he was there in college some years before. The head coach was a crusty old veteran. He had held that position as head coach for many years, was widely known and highly respected all across the country. The new young coach said to him, "Coach, I'm about to head out on my first recruiting trip, but before I go I want to be sure that we are on the same page. Tell me, Coach, what kind of player do you want me to recruit?"
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The crusty old head coach leaned back in his chair. He looked the young coach straight in the eyes and said: "Son, I've been at this job a long time and over the years I have noticed that there are several different kinds of players. For example," he said, "you will find some players who get knocked down and they stay down. That's not the kind we want!"
WE NEED TO TAKE TIME FOR 10 THINGS. 1. Take time to WORK. It is the price of success. 2. Take time to THINK. It is the source of power. 3. Take time to PLAY. It is the secret of youth. 4. Take time to READ. It is the foundation of knowledge. 5. Take time to WORSHIP. It is the highway of reverence and washes the dust of the earth from our eyes. 6. Take time to HELP and ENJOY FRIENDS. It is the source of happiness. 7. Take time to LOVE. It is the one sacrament of life. 8. Take time to DREAM. It hitches the soul to the stars. 9. Take time to LAUGH. It is the singing that helps with life’s loads. 10. Take time to PLAN. It is the secret of being able to have time to take time for the first nine things.
And he said, "You will find some players who get knocked down and they will get right back up and get knocked down again and then they stay down. That's not the kind we want!" And then the old coach said, "But you will also find some other players who get knocked down and knocked down and knocked down, and every time they get knocked down, they get right back up!" At this point, the young coach got excited and he said, "Now, that's the kind of player we want, isn't it, Coach?"
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Don’t be afraid.” Then He climbed into The boat with them And the wind died down. Mark 6:50-51 NIV
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