Born to give birth

I don’t think this thought is original although I can’t honestly say where it came from.  I have used it for years.  Born to give birth.  In planting churches or starting ministries it has been a consistent mantra I have articulated.   Jesus was always looking for others.  He had a sense that there were other places that He must go to.  (Mark 1:35-39)  (Matt. 9:35-39)  harvest

I am not sure why I have always felt this but it seems consistent in my thinking when talking about planting a church internationally.  For some reason, it seems to be truncated in the American culture. Help me with this.  What do you think?

I know in Santiago, Dominican Republic where we will start a church in 2010, we are already looking at another area that needs a church that may start as a Bible Study. Breaking down the concept, as I think about it, my life is not my own.  To help others, to share with others, to lead/influence others seems to be constant. Thus, Born to Give Birth.  

Our Need

Nancy and I have stepped into what we are doing.  He is helping.  To date He has provided.  We do have need.  There is a cost to plant a church in Santiago, Dominican Republic (DR), spiritually and financially.  Dedicated to pray and fast for the next year, we will be sharing with you soon about a significant prayer focus we are developing.    From now until July 2010, we are raising funds for what will be a “Church Plant” in the DR.   We are in need of cash and monthly pledge support now for the following:

  • Daily radio broadcasts
  • Property purchase or rental
  • Evangelism strategy including consistent night meetings, Bible Studies
  • Basic living expenses including housing,  food and transportation

barnabastaskpledgeIt is not easy to quantify what we do.  It is humbling to express need.  Yet, I feel confident that we have  arrived at the following conclusion that was expressed to us on Facebook one day, the original author of which I do not know:

“For the man who sees his future through the eyes of God there is one road. Your focus is clear and your purpose is defined…” 

We ask that you prayerfully consider either a one time offering or a monthly pledge to Barnabas Task.  You can do so by using the Donate button to the right.  You will receive an automated receipt generated by Pay Pal.   You may wish to call and inquire further about what we are doing.  Please do so at 260 579-8275.