Be Strong in the Lord!

II Samuel 22:30
"In your strength I can crush an army; with my God I can scale any wall."

David spoke these words of praise, on the day when God delivered him from his enemies; especially from the hand of Saul. When God showed up and met Davids`s need, He brought strength. You know, one person should not be able to battle a troop, or be able to leap a wall that protects a city. Yet, God has a resource of power (His might), given to us through the Holy Spirit, and makes that available to us by faith!

David knew the principle of Ephesians 6:10 "... Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power." Remember, we don`t need to be strong in our own might but in His might. God said, "my grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness." The Apostle Paul shared how he had learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full strength or empty, with plenty or little. "For I can do everything through Christ, who gives strength."

Here are some ways to find strength in the Lord:

1. Wait on the Lord (Is. 40:31)
2. Call on the Lord (Ps. 138:3)
3. Believe in His promises.
4. Turn from sin (Ps. 31:10)
5. Draw near to God (Ps. 105:4)
6. Be of good courage (Ps. 27:14)

As we find strength in the Lord, God wants us to help others find that same strength. Others around us are passing through difficult situations. We can be the ones that help someone else find strength from the Lord. May we be used as God`s instruments, to bring His strength to those that need it.

JAPAN REPORT (From Michelle)

I had a sudden, but awesome, trip back home to Japan. I was able to meet so many people in such a short time!

The Sendai church (the one we started) is growing strong! Sano Church and school is doing well, too! God is so good and so very faithful. I also got to spend time with my sister Teddy and see the beautiful  Yarn Alive house! It is awesome!! Meeting with her knitting ladies was so much fun!

I was able to bring Nene Tsukada (14) back with me. She participated in the Ballet Magnificat Summer Intensive with Abbie. We are hoping she will be able to come and stay with us for the school year and continue ballet school here in the USA.

NOTE: CHECK OUT MICHELLE`S FB PAGE FOR PICTURES!!

Finally, before the Japan trip, I went with the kids to Ohio and PA. Visiting my parents and family at a graduation party for Marcia was a highlight. Getting to attend the wedding of Alex Kennedy was also really special!

Fellowshipping  with everyone at GFC was the BEST!! There is no place like home! Thanks everybody!!

GOING FORWARD......

My family and I are now coming to the end of our fourth year here in Mississippi. The Lord has been so faithful! He is doing wonderful things and I know that He will continue to be faithful to finish the good work He has started in us.

God, in His amazing grace, is stirring me to begin sharing fresh revelation that He has placed in my heart.

These words include such topics as:
1. The "Love of the Father"
2. The Orphan heart vs. Sonship
3. Your companion, the Holy Spirit
4. Hearing the voice of God & ministering spiritual gifts
5. The Kingdom principle of increase

If any of these topics fit with the vision and direction of your work and/or ministry, I would be excited about the opportunity to serve and minister the Kingdom to impart the spiritual gift`s God has for you.

I would love to discuss this further with you. Please let me know.

We love and appreciate you very much! Thank you for standing with us here! We love representing you in the purposes of the Kingdom.

GIVING

Your one-time gift, or monthly support, makes a real difference!

Please make out checks to "Antioch International Ministries" and designate on a separate piece of paper that your gift goes to "Mark and Michelle Gulland". We receive 100% of all monies given. All gifts are tax-deductible!

Send Support To:

Antioch International Ministries
246 Cowden Road
New Wilmington, PA 16142

Our personal contact information is:

Mark and Michelle Gulland
209 Glenwood Drive
Madison, MS 39110
P 601-559-1248
markgulland@gmail.com

Love,

Mark and Michelle Gulland