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A Prayer for Missionaries By Christine Perry  “Do you not know that those who minister the holy things eat of the things of the temple, and those who serve at the altar partake of the offerings of the altar? Even so the Lord has commanded that those who preach the gospel should live from the gospel.” 1 Corinthians 9:13-14 NKJV  The majority of us aren’t called to go overseas to be a missionary. But if we were, would we be willing to sacrifice all? Around the 20th century, a man by the name of A. W. Milne was part of a radical group called “One Way Missionaries.” Instead of packing their things in a suitcase, they packed all their belongings in a coffin. They were ready to live the rest of their lives, no matter how long or short that may be, wherever God sent them. A.W. Milne went to serve a tribe in New Hebrides, which is located in the South Pacific. Despite the martyred missionaries who had gone before him, A.W. Milne lived there for 35 years. It is not known how many tribal people came to know Christ, but when A.W. Milne passed away, the people he had poured out his life for wrote this on his tombstone: “When he came, there was no light. When he left, there was no darkness.” This man left a legacy of light, just like Jesus did for us. John 1:5 says, “And the Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.” The Light there is referring to Jesus. There is no denying we live in a dark place, but where some missionaries live it can look even darker. They’re on the front lines of a spiritual fight, and they need our consistent prayers and support. “The spirit of Christ is the spirit of missions. The nearer we get to Him, the more intensely missionary we become.” ― Henry Martyn Let’s pray: Dear Lord,Thank You for being everywhere and for sending Your people everywhere. I pray for all the missionaries spread throughout the world. You know exactly where they are, and You know their exact needs. You know if they’re single, married, if they have kids, or if they’re getting ready to go home to heaven. Father, they are not unlike us; they have needs and fears and are prone to discouragement. I pray today that You would meet them where they are and encourage them. I pray if their funds are short, You would give them an increase. I pray that if they need medicine, You would get it for them. I pray that if they need food, You would provide it for them. I also pray that You would help us meet the needs of one or two missionaries and bring them to mind frequently so that we can pray for them. Lord, I pray and ask that You would give the missionaries an extra dose of courage and boldness. I also pray for the people they’re sharing the gospel with that You would soften their hearts. I pray that You would turn the people’s hearts of stone into hearts of flesh. Lord, You say that today is the day of salvation. I pray today that You would bring an abundance of people into Your kingdom because they heard the gospel. You are not remiss concerning Your promises but are long-suffering, not willing that any should perish. Please help there to be more missionaries sent out this year. I pray that the closer we get to You, the more we would think of You and how we can partner with You in building Your kingdom instead of our own. God, You’re worthy of our lives. Please show us how You want to use us today. Father, please bless all the missionaries around the world today. Remind them that they’re not alone. Help them to be so aware of Your presence and help them to feel our prayers for them. Please silence the lies of the enemy that are telling them what they’re doing isn’t making any impact. Lord, please protect their heart, mind, and body. Please rejuvenate and refresh them today with Your Word and through prayer. I ask all this in Jesus’ name. Amen. Photo credit: ©GettyImages/GeorgeMuresan Christine is just a lady who was given the gift of being raised in an incredible family. For reasons unknown to her, God has blessed her with an amazing life full of beautiful friendships, remarkable experiences, and a love from Him that is completely underserved. She desires to encourage others and share hope as we journey through the highs and lows of life. Christine is the author of How I Met Peace and For the Weary Life Traveler, a 31-day devotional. Check out more of Christine’s work at her website:  Learning to be fearless and her Patreon. Related Resource: Remember God’s Enduring Love for You in this Guided Meditation on Psalm 100! This guided Christian meditation from Psalm 100 will help you experience and praise God for his unending love for you. Become aware of God's presence with you, and praise God for his loyal and enduring love from the beginning of time and into the future. Listen to every episode of the So Much More Podcast on LifeAudio.com, or subscribe on Apple or Spotify so you never miss an episode! Now that you’ve prayed, are you in need of someone to pray for YOU? Click the button below! Visit iBelieve.com for more inspiring prayer content. The post A Prayer for Missionaries – Your Daily Prayer – August 11 appeared first on GodUpdates.

A Prayer for Missionaries By Christine Perry  “Do you not know that those who minister the holy things eat of the things of the temple, and those who serve at the altar partake of the offerings of the altar? Even so the Lord has commanded that those who preach the gospel should live from the gospel.” 1 Corinthians 9:13-14 NKJV  The majority of us aren’t called to go overseas to be a missionary. But if we were, would we be willing to sacrifice all? Around the 20th century, a man by the name of A. W. Milne was part of a radical group called “One Way Missionaries.” Instead of packing their things in a suitcase, they packed all their belongings in a coffin. They were ready to live the rest of their lives, no matter how long or short that may be, wherever God sent them. A.W. Milne went to serve a tribe in New Hebrides, which is located in the South Pacific. Despite the martyred missionaries who had gone before him, A.W. Milne lived there for 35 years. It is not known how many tribal people came to know Christ, but when A.W. Milne passed away, the people he had poured out his life for wrote this on his tombstone: “When he came, there was no light. When he left, there was no darkness.” This man left a legacy of light, just like Jesus did for us. John 1:5 says, “And the Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it.” The Light there is referring to Jesus. There is no denying we live in a dark place, but where some missionaries live it can look even darker. They’re on the front lines of a spiritual fight, and they need our consistent prayers and support. “The spirit of Christ is the spirit of missions. The nearer we get to Him, the more intensely missionary we become.” ― Henry Martyn Let’s pray: Dear Lord,Thank You for being everywhere and for sending Your people everywhere. I pray for all the missionaries spread throughout the world. You know exactly where they are, and You know their exact needs. You know if they’re single, married, if they have kids, or if they’re getting ready to go home to heaven. Father, they are not unlike us; they have needs and fears and are prone to discouragement. I pray today that You would meet them where they are and encourage them. I pray if their funds are short, You would give them an increase. I pray that if they need medicine, You would get it for them. I pray that if they need food, You would provide it for them. I also pray that You would help us meet the needs of one or two missionaries and bring them to mind frequently so that we can pray for them. Lord, I pray and ask that You would give the missionaries an extra dose of courage and boldness. I also pray for the people they’re sharing the gospel with that You would soften their hearts. I pray that You would turn the people’s hearts of stone into hearts of flesh. Lord, You say that today is the day of salvation. I pray today that You would bring an abundance of people into Your kingdom because they heard the gospel. You are not remiss concerning Your promises but are long-suffering, not willing that any should perish. Please help there to be more missionaries sent out this year. I pray that the closer we get to You, the more we would think of You and how we can partner with You in building Your kingdom instead of our own. God, You’re worthy of our lives. Please show us how You want to use us today. Father, please bless all the missionaries around the world today. Remind them that they’re not alone. Help them to be so aware of Your presence and help them to feel our prayers for them. Please silence the lies of the enemy that are telling them what they’re doing isn’t making any impact. Lord, please protect their heart, mind, and body. Please rejuvenate and refresh them today with Your Word and through prayer. I ask all this in Jesus’ name. Amen. Photo credit: ©GettyImages/GeorgeMuresan Christine is just a lady who was given the gift of being raised in an incredible family. For reasons unknown to her, God has blessed her with an amazing life full of beautiful friendships, remarkable experiences, and a love from Him that is completely underserved. She desires to encourage others and share hope as we journey through the highs and lows of life. Christine is the author of How I Met Peace and For the Weary Life Traveler, a 31-day devotional. Check out more of Christine’s work at her website:  Learning to be fearless and her Patreon. Related Resource: Remember God’s Enduring Love for You in this Guided Meditation on Psalm 100! This guided Christian meditation from Psalm 100 will help you experience and praise God for his unending love for you. Become aware of God's presence with you, and praise God for his loyal and enduring love from the beginning of time and into the future. Listen to every episode of the So Much More Podcast on LifeAudio.com, or subscribe on Apple or Spotify so you never miss an episode! Now that you’ve prayed, are you in need of someone to pray for YOU? Click the button below! Visit iBelieve.com for more inspiring prayer content. The post A Prayer for Missionaries – Your Daily Prayer – August 11 appeared first on GodUpdates.

The plane crash in the Brazilian state of São Paulo, which killed all 62 people on board, reportedly carried multiple cancer doctors. “The twin-engine turboprop was flying from Cascavel in the southern state of Paraná to Guarulhos airport in São Paulo city when it came down on Friday in the town of Vinhedo, Voepass airline says,” BBC reports. WATCH: [WARNING GRAPHIC] BREAKING: Voepass Flight 2283, a large passenger plane, crashes in Vinhedo, Brazil pic.twitter.com/wmpJLVYbB3 — BNO News (@BNONews) August 9, 2024 According to Daily Mail, six leading oncologists and two resident medics were among the passengers and crew who passed away in the horrific crash. OMG https://t.co/4HNgCGp1B2 pic.twitter.com/8dfWmSv3sw — Dr Frensor (@drfrensor) August 10, 2024 Per Daily Mail: Eight cancer doctors were among the 62 passengers and crew who died when a Brazilian airliner plunged dramatically from the sky and exploded in a fireball. Six leading oncologists and two resident medics, in their final year of training, were on their way from their home city of Cascavel to a cancer conference in Sao Paulo when the twin-engine turboprop ATR 72-500 VoePass Airline flight crashed into a gated community killing all on board on Friday. Eduardo Baptistella of the Regional Medical Council said: ‘Unfortunately we received very sad news and were able to confirm the death of eight doctors. The doctors were going to an oncology conference. These were people who dedicated their lives to saving others.’ Some of the doctors’ names began to emerge last night including radiologist Leonel Ferreira, pediatric cancer expert Sarah Stella and Silvia Osaki. Mr Baptistella said 15 doctors had been scheduled to take the two-hour doomed flight but seven had taken an earlier plane. “The Uopeccan Cancer Hospital in Cascavel confirmed to BBC Brasil that two of its trainee doctors were among the fatalities,” Independent reports. pic.twitter.com/vLqQOuhzYg — Spiro (@Spiro_Ghost) August 11, 2024 Independent reports: Parana state governor Ratinho Junior was also quoted as saying at least eight physicians were on board the flight, and that the death toll also included four professors at Unioeste university in western Parana. Rescue workers and Brazilian emergency crews said the bodies of most of the victims – 34 males and 28 females – have been moved to Sao Paulo’s police morgue for identification. The bodies of the pilot and co-pilot were identified earlier on Saturday, said Dario Pacheco, the mayor of Vinhedo. The victims include four people with dual citizenship, three Venezuelans and one Portuguese woman, said regional carrier Voepass. Firefighters at the crash site said officials are using seat assignments, physical characteristics, documents and belongings such as mobile phones to identify the victims.

A railcar containing hydrogen peroxide was involved in an accident at an Alabama chemical plant, causing an explosion and prompting a HAZMAT response. “Numerous emergency personnel and Hazmat crews are on the scene in Theodore, Alabama, following an explosion at a chemical plant. Officials report that a railcar containing hydrogen peroxide exploded at the Evonik Industries chemical plant, damaging two buildings,” Rawsalerts wrote. “Evonik’s Theodore plant is the company’s largest in North America and is involved in the production of chemical products for various industries. No serious injuries have been reported, and the cause of the accident will be investigated,” the post added. #BREAKING: Hazmat crews are on the scene to a explosion that occurred at a chemical plant #Theodore | #Alabama Currently, numerous emergency personnel and Hazmat crews are on the scene in Theodore, Alabama, following an explosion at a chemical plant. Officials report that… pic.twitter.com/NmF93ucJvn — R A W S A L E R T S (@rawsalerts) August 10, 2024 WKRG reports: According to Evonik, a railcar containing hydrogen peroxide was involved in an accident around 2:00 p.m. Mobile Fire-Rescue Department dispatched multiple units at 2:36 p.m., including a HAZMAT team, to be on standby as Evonik worked to get the situation under control. The company says safety is their top priority, and no serious injuries were reported. The cause of the accident will be investigated. The plant is expected to be operational on Sunday, WKRG noted. BREAKING: EXPLOSION ROCKS ALABAMA CHEMICAL PLANT Emergency crews rushed to the scene after a railcar loaded with hydrogen peroxide exploded at Evonik Industries in Theodore, Alabama. Smoke billowed across Mobile Bay, damaging nearby buildings. Thankfully, no major injuries… pic.twitter.com/bUHAiPffex — JAKE (@JakeGagain) August 10, 2024 “A railcar containing hydrogen peroxide at Evonik’s facility in Theodore, AL was involved in an accident at approximately 2:00 pm. No serious injuries have been reported. We are fully cooperating with local authorities. First responders arrived on the scene very quickly and we appreciate the work they have done to contain the situation,” Evonik said in a statement. “Evonik cares deeply about safety and investigating the cause of this accident is a top priority,” it added. From AL.com: The Evonik plant in Theodore employs around 750 people and is the company’s largest facility in North America. It’s unclear how many were working at the time of the incident. Kelly Miears, a company spokesperson, said more details about the incident would be forthcoming, and that an update would be provided Sunday. The company, in 2022, announced it was investing $176.5 million toward an expansion of the Theodore plant. The project was to be completed this year and is currently under construction. Miears said none of the new construction was damaged during the incident. The new facility, which is incentivized by taxpayers, will produce methyl mercaptan, which is used to manufacture its MetAmino (DL-methionine) product. The product is utilized in livestock farming to feed animals in a healthy, efficient and sustainable manner. WATCH: