Asian Partners International, Inc.
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Thank you for taking the time to connect with us today! 
We continue to be amazed by the opportunity we have to serve Christ in this capacity.  We are thankful for your partnership and commitment that allows us reach the unreached.  We pray that you would continue to join us in the mission to see God worshiped among the nations!
 
Be sure to check out The Viewpoint article by APII President, Randy Cole.  Its another great study on leadership highlighting the leadership traits of Jethro. 

We have been introducing various 10:NINE Projects over the past few months as a way to increase involvement and awareness of the various projects that are blessing people daily in North India.  We want to emphasize once again that all of the 10:NINE Projects are an integral part of our obedience to implement the precepts contained in Luke 10:1-9.  In verse 6 of this passage of scripture, we see the concept of the "man of peace" introduced.  So if you go to an unreached area, how do you find the man of peace?  Jesus tells us how in Luke 10:9 - Heal the sick who are there and tell them, 'the kingdom of God is near you.'  This verse of scripture has become the underpinning of our strategy to reach the unreached.  We offer several ministries that "heal the sick who are there" by meeting the diverse needs of each community.  Once these needs are being met, the man of peace is usually easier to identify.  Then we share the gospel of the Kingdom with that man and his entire family.
 
We call these ministries "Access Ministries".  By meeting physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, ACCESS is gained to individuals, families, and communities that need to hear the gospel.  This month we are featuring our 10:NINE project for ministry to prisoners.  This project is only 3 years old but is having lasting impact in the lives of many hurting and hopeless people.
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How is God calling you to get involved in reaching the unreached?  APII is seeking new partners that will PRAY, GO, & GIVE in a way that makes a Kingdom Impact.
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Prison Ministry 

Over the past decade, there has been an increasing focus to reform the criminal justice system in India.  It is now being recognized that rehabilitation must be an integral part of prisoner care. This program started in 2009 with the intent of helping prisoners located near our main offices in India.  It has since grown and we now have the opportunity to minister in prisons is other cities.  We want to provide ways for these prisoners to help themselves and other inmates through recreation, vocational training, education, and rehabilitation.  We want them to be ready to reintegrate with mainstream society when they are released.

 

After surveying prisoners for their needs, skills and interests we now provide counseling, educational support, toiletries, health and hygiene awareness, blankets in winter time, medical camps, and vocational training (sewing/tailoring, jewelry making, music, flower making & Candle making) for both men and women. In total, we minister to approximately 1500 men, 120 women and 25 children through this program.

 

Please join us in prayer for this ministry to 'the least of these' in India.  We want to continue to be Christ's hands, feet, and voice among the hurting and hopeless.

 

YOU can get involved in this program. 

$45/month can help our team facilitate these programs.
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We are thankful for your partnership in reaching the unreached and ask that you would continue to pray, go and give in a way that will impact the Kingdom!  You can visit our website at www.apii.org for more information and to find out how YOU can get involved. 

  

To the ends,  
Coby Colley 
Asian Partners International

 

Viewpoint - May, 2012

By Randy Cole

 

This month, we're continuing the discovery process about Biblical Leadership.  Over the past four months we looked at Paul (Multiplication), Joshua (Influence), Moses (Sacrifice), and Daniel (The Voice) as examples of leadership.  This month, we'll examine Intuition as a leadership trait, using Jethro as our example. 

Jethro - Intuition

Leaders see the Big Picture

 

The Leadership trait in the Scriptures:

  • Exodus 18:17.  Moses father-in-law replied, "What you are doing is not good."

 

Let's examine Exodus 18:13-27 as our text for this leadership trait, and specifically Jethro as our example.  In this text, Jethro has the ability to "read" what is going on.    

  • Jethro could read the Situation.
  • Jethro could read the Trends.
  • Jethro could read the Resource Requirement.
  • Jethro could read People.
  • Jethro could read the Leader.
  • Jethro could filter out all of the details and minutiae, and read the Big Picture

 

After correctly reading the situation, Jethro did not passively stand by, but acted.  He trusted his ability to read, and became a leader of leaders. 

  • Jethro provided correction because he had a different read on the situation.(Exodus 18:17-18)
  • Jethro provided direction because he read the trends and saw the future implications of these trends.(Exodus 18:19-20)
  • Jethro provided structure because he could clearly read the resource requirement. (Exodus 18:21-22)
  • Jethro provided support because he read the needs of the people. (Exodus 18:23)
  • Jethro provided confidence because he read the needs of Moses. (Exodus18:24-27)

 

The relationship between Jethro and Moses is a classic example of mentorship.  Let's examine both sides of this relationship and what the implications are for leading.  First, let's look at Jethro as a model for being a mentor.

  • Jethro was interested in all aspects in the life of Moses.  He "heard everything God had done for Moses and for Israel" - Exodus 18:1
  • Jethro modeled a caring, close relationship.  For example, Jethro took care of Moses' family when they would have been in danger, and safely delivered Zipporah, Gershom and Eliezar back to Moses when the timing was right - Exodus 18:2-6.
  • Jethro observed the situation, and asked questions.  These questions are "what are you doing", and "why are you doing it?" (Exodus 18:13-14).  After observing and assessing the situation, Jethro already knew the answers to these questions.  But as a mentor, Jethro also wanted to listen to Moses' side of the story.  How would Moses read and assess the situation?
  • Jethro was not afraid to offer advice and corrective action.  He told Moses that "what you are doing is not good" - Exodus 18:17.
  • Jethro told Moses why - Exodus 18:18.
  • Jethro offered advice, direction and structure for the future - Exodus 18:19-23.

 

Secondly, let's look at Moses as a model for one being mentored.

  • Moses trusted Jethro, even with the lives of his family.
  • Moses submitted to the authority of his mentor - Exodus 18:7.
  • Moses listened to his mentor - Exodus 18:24.
  • After listening, Moses acted and obeyed - Exodus 18:24-26.

 

Jethro has given us a very clear picture and model for Intuition.  What does this Biblical example teach us, as we aspire to be a leader of leaders? 

  • Jethro was an Artist.  He painted a portrait, making the current situation easy to visualize for Moses, including the implications if that situation was not corrected.   He addressed the "why".
  • Jethro was a Futurist.  He created a "future view", given the current situation and trends.  Then he pictured an "alternative future" if Moses would adopt his advice and corrective actions.   
  • Jethro saw the Big Picture.  He had the ability to rise above the day-to-day tasks, the minutiae, and the details.  The details are important.  But a leader must also have the ability to see beyond the day-to-day particulars.
  • Leading other leaders requires Intuition.  Paul knew that leading other leaders would result in Multiplication, which we covered earlier in the January issue of this newsletter.  In Exodus 18: 20-21, we see the Old Testament version of this concept.  Let's examine Paul's command to Timothy in 2 Timothy 2:2 side-by-side with Jethro's command to Moses:

2 Timothy 2:2

Exodus 18:20-21

You have heard me teach things that have been confirmed by many reliable witnesses. Now teach these truths to other trustworthy people who will be able to pass them on to others.

Teach them the decrees and laws, and show them the way to live and the duties they are to perform. But select capable men from all the people-men who fear God, trustworthy men who hate dishonest gain-and appoint them as officials over thousands, hundreds, fifties and tens.

 

Questions for Reflection . . .

  • Who is my mentor?  Am I listening and submitting to my mentor's advice and direction?
  • Who am I mentoring?  Am I accurately reading the situation for those that I mentor, and then providing direction, correction, structure, support and confidence?
  • Am I too close to the details and particulars of my ministry?  Do I need a Jethro in my life?
  • Am I modeling Exodus 18:20-21, and trying to teach others accordingly?

  

A Night for the Nations

Earlier this month APII hosted an event called 'A Night for the Nations' at J&B Coffee shop in Lubbock, Tx.  The event was a great way to connect with people that have a heart for missions.  We invited several people from local churches and other organizations to come and share their stories about how they are involved in God's global purposes.  We enjoyed some great live music and awesome testimonies.  
We hope to continue to provide ways for people to connect and get involved with what God is doing in the nations.  If you have a heart for missions or are feeling called to the mission field either on a short term or long term basis please contact me at [email protected] so we can walk with you through this calling.
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Thanks to Jenni Dean and Jessie Kissner for helping plan and coordinate the event...and to all of those that shared music & testimonies...it was a great night!