Matthew 5:4, "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."
Today marks the 8th anniversary of the September 11th tragedy. We all remember where we were that day and the feelings we felt as we saw the horrible events transpire. I recall the outpouring of love, faith, and prayers that occurred throughout the country in the days and weeks afterward. It seemed that in our darkest moment as a country, we stood together as never before and jointly lifted our prayers, asking God for His divine comfort and help.
Unfortunately, human nature sets in over time and most of us, at least those not directly affected by the events on 9/11, get back to our normal lives. We pray a little less, we rely on ourselves more and more, and we neglect to love others well with each passing day. I encourage you to spend a few minutes thinking about how this is true in your life, and identify what actions you should take to change the trend.
There are thousands of people, however, who have not gotten back to “normal” life pre-9/11. Nor will they ever. These people lost a mom, a dad, their spouse, a friend, a son or daughter, an employee, a beloved church member.
Today, as the Body of Christ, let’s call to God on behalf of those who endured loss and must bear the pain of 9/11. Let’s pray as Paul prayed for the church at Ephesus:
“I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, and to know this love that surpasses knowledge – that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.” Ephesians 3:16-19
Friday, September 11
Tuesday, September 1
Grace International School
I received this letter from some friends who are serving in Chiang Mai, Thailand at this school. They are asking us to get the word out and to join them in prayer for Grace International School. Thanks!
Grace International School in Chiang Mai, Thailand offers affordable, high quality education to the children of Christian workers in Southeast Asia. Grace has served more than 1,500 students from more than 20 countries in its ten years of existence. The ministry of Grace enables hundreds of missionaries to minister in SE Asia. . But now, the future of the school is at a crossroads and we need your help.
A recent lawsuit brought against Grace International School has jeopardized the future use of the current school facilities. This suit was filed by a neighborhood association legally recognized by the government, charging that GIS had purchased the current property and facilities illegally. When Grace purchased the property, all papers were properly filed in government offices and the title deeds were legally transferred to the school. All proper due diligence was taken to ensure the legality of the purchase. But, under a recent consumer protection law, the association claimed the property should be given to them.
In August, 2009, the court ruled against Grace International School, requiring the school to:
1. Abandon the facility and turn the land deeds over to the association,
2. Return the facilities to their original condition, and;
3. Pay a fine in excess of $140,000.
Grace will appeal this decision and is working to pursue a just resolution in this case. Should the appeals courts not rule in our favor, GIS will be forced to vacate the facilities in the next year. It is therefore vitally urgent that the school get a new facility. Grace prayerfully asks that you consider how you might contribute financially, and also help to spread the word to others who might support the ministry of the school. GIS must raise on the order of 10 million dollars to purchase property and build a new campus.
Please pray for Grace International School as they are in the appeals process. Pray for a just resolution and for God to raise up many people to partner with Grace to raise the funds for new property. May God’s will for this very strategic school prevail.
If you sense God prompting you to help Grace International School, you may visit their Education Foundation website where you can find ways to help them raise money and/or to personally donate funds.
Grace International Education Foundation
www.gracefndn.com
6009W. Parker Rd., Suite 149 PMB 153
Plano, TX 75093-8121 USA
Grace International School in Chiang Mai, Thailand offers affordable, high quality education to the children of Christian workers in Southeast Asia. Grace has served more than 1,500 students from more than 20 countries in its ten years of existence. The ministry of Grace enables hundreds of missionaries to minister in SE Asia. . But now, the future of the school is at a crossroads and we need your help.
A recent lawsuit brought against Grace International School has jeopardized the future use of the current school facilities. This suit was filed by a neighborhood association legally recognized by the government, charging that GIS had purchased the current property and facilities illegally. When Grace purchased the property, all papers were properly filed in government offices and the title deeds were legally transferred to the school. All proper due diligence was taken to ensure the legality of the purchase. But, under a recent consumer protection law, the association claimed the property should be given to them.
In August, 2009, the court ruled against Grace International School, requiring the school to:
1. Abandon the facility and turn the land deeds over to the association,
2. Return the facilities to their original condition, and;
3. Pay a fine in excess of $140,000.
Grace will appeal this decision and is working to pursue a just resolution in this case. Should the appeals courts not rule in our favor, GIS will be forced to vacate the facilities in the next year. It is therefore vitally urgent that the school get a new facility. Grace prayerfully asks that you consider how you might contribute financially, and also help to spread the word to others who might support the ministry of the school. GIS must raise on the order of 10 million dollars to purchase property and build a new campus.
Please pray for Grace International School as they are in the appeals process. Pray for a just resolution and for God to raise up many people to partner with Grace to raise the funds for new property. May God’s will for this very strategic school prevail.
If you sense God prompting you to help Grace International School, you may visit their Education Foundation website where you can find ways to help them raise money and/or to personally donate funds.
Grace International Education Foundation
www.gracefndn.com
6009W. Parker Rd., Suite 149 PMB 153
Plano, TX 75093-8121 USA
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