“What do you think? If any man has a hundred sheep, and one of them
goes astray, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the mountains, and go and search for the one that is
lost? And if it turns out that he finds it, truly I say to you, he rejoices
over it more than over the ninety-nine that have not gone astray. So it is not
the will of your Father who is in heaven for one of these little ones to perish.
Matthew 18
Dear Saints,
Jesus was passionate about finding lost people. He came “to seek and to save that which was lost.” (Luke 19:10) He went from city to city preaching the gospel to rescue lost souls. Jesus left heaven to find you and I! He died on the cross and rose from the dead to offer sinners eternal life! He saved us to be like Him, and to seek lost people and help them find Him. That is His mission for us today!
Jason I met Jason Saturday morning after my run by the
river. He and his dog were getting into his vehicle to leave when we began to
talk. He moved from Connecticut only a month ago. The Spirit of God guided our
conversation to the gospel when he said he had attended a church service with
neighbors and was searching for his purpose. I told Jason how I came to Christ. I asked him
a few questions to find out what he understood about God and the gospel.
One was, “Jason, if you were to stand before God and
He were to ask you, “Why should I let you into heaven,” what would you say?”
His answer was perfect! Many times I hear, “I’m not that bad.” or “I have tried
to be good,” or, “I go to church and help others.” In contrast to these
self-efforts, Jason replied, “I don’t deserve it.” I replied, “You are
exactly right! That is why Jesus came and died for you, because you can not earn
eternal life.” We walked to my truck so I could give him my testimony tract
with my email address. He expressed his appreciation for my time.
I asked, “May I pray for you?” He said he would like
that. I prayed, “God, I ask You to help Jason know that You love him and that someday
he would ask Jesus to forgive his sin and make him Your
child.” When I finished praying and looked up, there were tears running down
his cheeks. I said, “I hope that someday you will give your life to Christ.” He
confidently responded, “I just did!” I was surprised! I was convinced of his
sincerity. I hugged him and welcomed him to the family of God. Jesus said, “I
did not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.” Luke 5:32
Mother We celebrated mother’s 99th birthday all week! Sunday
afternoon we had a party with all of our out of town children and grandchildren – over 30 people! My brother, Kurt, and my sister, Patty, also came to celebrate mom. She received many cards, gifts,
visits and phone calls. She is much loved by so many! God has blessed her, and us!
Prayer & Praise
Atlanta Church Pray for our church
to imitate Jesus by caring deeply about unbelievers. Pray for us to love them,
get to know them, and boldly share Christ with them. Pray for Jason to grow!
Portsmouth Church Praise! Kirk and
Caroline, former members of the Portsmouth church, are moving from Alaska to Louisville, KY. They will
be closer to David and Stephanie, and may even be able to attend our fall house church conference!
Carbondale Church Praise! Jeffrey and Kerianna moved into a new house, and he has job stability! Pray for Ellie, a young lady Stephanie is befriending and hopes to share Jesus with.
Pastors -Wives Conference (April 4-5) Danelle and I will join pastors and their wives from our region. Pray for us to seek God, build one another’s faith, and enjoy rich fellowship together.
Danelle’s Family Danelle is excited about visiting her family in Pittsburgh (March 27-31). Pray for her to be filled with God’s love and wisdom.
Ward and Nathan Our sons-in-laws
finished working on the TV show they were on. Now they need to find new
employment in the movie industry. Ask God to provide for these families.
Thank you for praying!
Steve and Danelle
11002 Lake Hart Dr, Suite 100, Orlando, FL 32832
