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【Grace】3

Interview/Nian Yao

During these two years of economic downturn, thank God that our giving has actually increased. "L said in a pious and awe-inspiring tone. The evangelical organization he is responsible for is located on the east coast of the United States. Since its establishment 40 years ago, its vision and mission have been to publish Bibles, exegetical books, organize theological courses, and train preachers overseas. The organization has more than a dozen volunteers and paid staff, with an annual budget of approximately US$750,000.

In 2009, the agency unexpectedly had a financial "black mark". Because, although the number of donations has decreased in the past two years, the amount of donations has increased. The reason for the increase is indeed God’s mercy, because many of the regular supporters have reached retirement age and are beginning to plan their retirement finances; some even donate their real estate to various charitable organizations, including this organization. Be blessed. Of course, such offerings are not frequent, but when one is received, it significantly increases the amount of the offering. Many of the devotees are unknown to co-workers, which shows that dedication comes from the faith of co-workers and the deeds of God.

The kind and wise L humbly mentioned that he has been able to get through these decades mainly through prayer, relying on God to lead and looking to God for provision. "In the future, we will face an obvious challenge, which is the rapid increase of Christians immigrating from the mainland. If the ministry cannot meet their needs and win their approval, it will be impossible to gain their support. And teaching this large group of new believers We should strive to establish the concept of giving among the children of the Kingdom of God.” In fact, isn’t this something that other gospel organizations and churches must reflect on?

"We still have another challenge, which is to find a successor. If we wait another five or ten years, if the staff in charge is old, who can take over the entrustment and pass on the vision?" This organization has produced countless fruits in the past forty years. , we sincerely call on God to let her flourish in the courts of God, still bear fruit, full of juice and always green, so that she can show that the Lord is upright (refer to Psalm 92:13-15).

Journalist profile

Nianyao has been proud of being a housewife for more than ten years. As the child grew older, he began to take pleasure in literary missionary work, and he entertained himself and others by painting watercolors in his spare time.