“But seek first His
kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
Matthew 6:33
Dear Friends,
Each New Year is a new opportunity to seek first
God and His Kingdom. Matthew 6:33-34. It is a time to evaluate what we are doing,
why, and in what ways He wants to mature us. “So teach us to number our
days, that we may present to You a heart of wisdom.” Psalm 90:12 Pray for
God to motivate Danelle and I with the love of Christ to seek first His Kingdom
in 2026 and help others to do the same. May God grow your faith as you too seek
Him first!
Atlanta House Church We are taking this
month to evaluate our lives and ask God to help us follow Matthew 6:33. We are
asking God for a specific goal for each of us and how to live it out in
practical ways. Here is a recent illustration of seeking His Kingdom first.
A few months ago, I went to see our dermatologist, Ann, for a checkup. I had been going to her practice for several years and we had developed a friendship. She is single, so I had suggested she read my book, Secure In An Insecure World. During the exam she found a suspicious area on my ear and did a biopsy. She said they would call me immediately if there was anything serious. I left praying for her to come to know Jesus.
After a few weeks without a call from the
office, God put it on my heart to take a copy of my book to Ann. She was excited
and thankful to receive the book. I said, “I guess I am okay since I never
heard from you all?” She stopped, stared at me for a moment, and said, “No. I
want you to see something.” She showed me on her iPad that I had cancer and needed
Mohs surgery. Apparently, someone forgot to call me. I think, since I was
seeking God and His kingdom, He was watching out for me. I had the surgery and all
is good. Lesson to learn: Always seek
first God and His Kingdom and He will take care of you!
After My Ear Surgery
Prayer & Praise
Carbondale Church They have been unable to meet due to illness. They are studying
Thessalonians remotely until they get well. Ask God for their healing and for spiritual
growth. “I rise before dawn and
cry for help; I have put my hope in your word.” Psalm 119:145
Springfield Church Pray for people to get saved and to help them multiply
disciples.
Virginia Church Pray for Sarah and Josh. She has started
homeschooling their oldest twin boys. Pray too for Jeff. He has a new
job that is physically challenging for his poor health.
Atlanta Church Pray for Daniel Moore. He is a young man I met a few weeks ago who made a profession of faith last year. Pray for his passion for God and His word to grow so he can overcome sinful habits. I met his mother, Mary, last week. She was excited to hear about my involvement in her son’s life. Pray for me to be an effective mentor.
Nick – We have met a few times to discuss evangelism and how to write his testimony tract. Pray his love for the lost to grow so that he will boldly share Christ. Pray for his new marriage.
Dr. Ann - Ask God to use my book to bring her to faith in Christ. I will see her in March.
Finally, pray for our church to seek God
in 2026 - to know His will and follow Him fully. Ask God to use us to bring
many others to know Christ and to make faithful disciples.
Thanks for your support and prayers! We begin the year in a
healthy financial place! Praise God!
Yours in Christ’s love,
Steve and Danelle
11002 Lake Hart Dr, Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32832
Nelson blog: www.gcmnelson.com
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