Prayer Letter from VOS for Jan-Feb, 2024
“To me, who am less than the least of all the saints, this grace was given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, and to make all see what is the fellowship of the mystery, which from the beginning of the ages has been hidden in God who created all things through Jesus Christ.” ~Ephesians 3:8-9
Dear pastors and prayer partners,
Peace be with you!In our morning devotion time, we have been reading the Pauline letters recently. Paul considered it a tremendous grace from God to be a minister of the gospel, preaching the abundant grace of Christ to the Gentiles, and making people understand the secrets hidden in God. He met the Lord on his way to Damascus. Not only his life got illuminated by the Lord, but also granted the ministry to light up the lives of the Gentiles. Thank God that Voice of Salvation is also designated by God to share the gospel with our programs over various broadcasting platforms. We hope that whoever listens to our programs regardless through radio, website or hand phone App will be helped by the content.
Thank God that with your continuous prayers, a new version of App has been launched. We have adjusted the layout, provided more program resources and a section to leave messages and prayer requests in the hope to receive responses from listeners more directly and promptly.
In addition, the six programs produced by us in 2023 (including Children's Bible Stories, Awake with the Angel, Popcorn, Our Time, Whispering Hope, Light of Truth) have been clicked and listened for 1.36 million times on our partner FEBC Hong Kong’s website, which showed a 33% increase from 2022 (1.02 million clicks). God’s gracious hand continues to connect us with our listeners.
This year marks the 50th anniversary of Voice of Salvation. As we count the grace from God granted in the past, we’d like to invite you to join us to serve in this ministry that can light up the lives of people.
[Thanksgiving, Updates and Prayer Requests]
1.Thank God, the new version of VOS App has been launched. You are invited to download, us it and share it with your relatives, friends, church groups and members.
2.New music programs -- [Echoes from the Valley] and [Happy Singing] had been launched in January. The hosts share the music, lyrics, background…etc. of hymns to help adults and children understand the goodness of God more. You’re more than welcome to try listening.
3.In response to the ministry needs, we will recruit 3 colleagues for the program team and 1 for accounting and administration. Please pray for our needs. Referrals from pastors, brothers and sisters are welcome.
[Letters/Messages from Listeners]
◎ From China ... Hello host... I have been listening to the program for many years. In response to what’s mentioned at the end of the program to gather prayer requests, I felt the urge to write to you and ask for prayers for my husband and myself.…
◎ From China... as written in Exodus 4:25, then Zipporah took a sharp stone and cut off the foreskin of her son and cast it at Moses’ feet, and said, “Surely you are a husband of blood to me!” Could you please explain what it means?
◎ From China... Greetings, host! I am suffering from cancer for 4 years, not recovered to normal status after surgeries. Please pray for me. Thank you! Emmanuel! …
◎From China ... Hello host, thanks for sharing the meaning about "Suffering from giving birth again" in the program. I realized what that means finally. Thank you! …
◎ From China... hi Teacher, I just listened to what you explained about the smoking furnace and burning torch in Genesis 15:17, which are equivalent to the pillar of clouds and pillar of fire that God later used to lead the people of Israel. It is so comforting to realize the way they symbolized God’s presence. Thank you...
[Feedback from Bible Correspondence Students]
◎Student Su... thank you Jesus for giving me the opportunity to repent before you and leading me to learn the truth from the Bible correspondence course. Each time I read and write your words, thanks for making me comprehend the essence of your law that I can live in the light of your grace and love. …. Dear Lord Jesus, please protect me in jail, help me to quit all my bad habits, and give me more opportunities to learn and grow. …Thank you for your blessings and protection, which enabled me to complete the Bible Correspondence courses. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I prayed. Amen!
◎Student Huang... When I was doing my homework, I always feel the Lord’s love for me. Whenever I encountered any bottleneck, I got led by God to comprehend what He was trying to convey. It is to do with the Holy Spirit residing in me! I will continue sharing the goodness of knowing God with my relatives and friends around me! …
◎Student Wei...In this course, I learned the key points of studying the Bible. Sorry that I delayed in sending the assignments. As a student, I didn’t calm myself in life to complete the course as scheduled recently, please kindly bear with me! Fortunately, there is a God who has never given up on me; instead, He accompanies me through frustration that I know I can hand over all my burdens to Him. The Lord will definitely open a path for me. Thanks Lord, praise you, and I give all glory to You. Amen!
◎Student Jian...I have been pondering how much God loves us.His love is so selfless. It makes me realize how happy, peaceful and joyful to be bathed in God's love. Thank God for giving us the salvation as a free gift. In Christ we are all new creations. Christ lives in us and we also live in Christ. Thank you, Lord for helping us to get closer to you... I hope to spread the seed of gospel to everyone around me that they can feel God’s love is meant for everyone in the world, regardless you or me, all of us can have eternal lives through the faith in Jesus.
◎Student Huang... Whenever I feel lost and depressed, I prayed and hoped that the Lord will grant me strength and wisdom to face the setback and difficulties in life; whenever I enjoy life with happiness, I thank God for the wonderful and abundant life as given.