FAMILY UPDATE
Abigail turned 11 years old on March 7th. Abigail continues to do well in school. She also participates in a local puppet ministry. Recently, the puppet group did a "hip-hop" dance to a song where Abby showed some great moves. I thank God for her and may she have a blessed year. Meanwhile, while Jake continues doing the NACD program with a home-school component, Samantha and Marcia continue to attend a local school.
Michelle and I, while getting some of the educational needs met for the kids, continue to seek God and rest in that we are confident He is opening the road before us. We thank God for this time of furlough from Japan and look forward to the days ahead. Thank you for praying for us during this time.
PRAYER NEEDS
1. A computer for Jacob`s school. (the computer we are currently using remains on the brink of falling apart)
2. Partners who will connect with us financially during this time of furlough
3. Increased release of strategy for the days ahead.
PRAYER STRATEGY
Perhaps you are familiar with the Hebrew calendar. By looking at it, a person may more clearly gain an understanding of the times and seasons in what God is doing. And, I have found looking at the calendar to be very helpful in releasing a strategy for prayer. Here`s some of what God is saying and how we can pray: (This material comes from Chuck Pierce - Glory of Zion Ministries- feel free to check it out on their website)
- This is a time to overturn non-valid, evil devised decrees and overturn curses. Anytime the enemy shouts (or reminds you of) a curse at you, shout and start worshiping.
- This is a time of good communication. Its time to remove every facade and mask. In other words, everything is ok because of God and His presence, but there is hell through this time.
- Faith thoughts will break the power of the root of depression and despair. Do not come in agreement with depression anymore. When you feel depressed, sit down, and capture your thoughts (II Cor. 10:5-6)
- This is a time to develop your war strategy (spiritual war) I encourage you to read through the days of Moses birth.
- Don`t let what look like giants produce fear in you; guard yourself against idolatry. (fear, idolatry go together)
- It`s a time to witness life entering into darkness with the advantage of light taking over darkness.
- The power of barrenness is being broken
- Shout "my fear shall laugh" - Laugh at your enemies (remember our battle is not against flesh and blood) Remember to draw near to God, resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
- Enter into a new dimension of laughter and expression of joy or abounding joy.
- Leap!! In other words, God is causing something to come alive in some way this season
- Remember the fish and loaves - Find your supply in the "hidden world" - (all bills paid)
- The month to overturn worry through the release of supply. In other words, every time worry sweeps over you, as Him to release joy, and to release new supply)
- A time to celebrate in your exile- Then enter you redemptive plan. One idea is to have a dinner party and have some guests.
PARTNERSHIP INFORMATION
In addition to what we can do to meet our financial needs while living in the USA, we need, and are believing God for, those who would like to join us in sowing seed and giving missions support while here. If you feel God leading you to partner with us in this way, we are truly grateful. A gift of any amount makes a significant difference in moving forward in what God is leading us to do. Thank you for your consideration.
We receive 100% of all gifts given. Make checks payable to Antioch International Ministries and designate on a separate piece of paper (not on the check) that your gift goes to "Mark and Michelle Gulland". All gifts are tax-deductible. Thank you for your support.
Send gifts to:
Antioch International Ministries
246 Cowden Road
New Wilmington, PA 16142
Sincerely,
Mark Gulland
(Michelle)
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