July 9, 2016

My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

I miss all of you so much and I look forward to seeing you when we make our 2017 trip to the Philippines. I pray that you are doing well and that the start to the new school year has been smooth and positive.

I want to encourage you that the work you do with the children and with your churches is very valuable in the Kingdom of God. You are the apple of God's eye and you exhibit true and undefiled religion in caring for orphans and widows. Be encouraged that in all you do, God sees your heart and is pleased.

James 1:27
Pure and undefiled religion in the sight of our God and Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself unstained by the world.

I do want to challenge you with this... In all you do, trust the Lord!

Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in and rely confidently on the Lord with all your heart
And do not rely on your own insight or understanding.
In all your ways know and acknowledge and recognize Him,
And He will make your paths straight and smooth [removing obstacles that block your way].
 
When we trust God and follow His path we do not have to worry. That trust and dependency on God assures us that we are leading from the front of the pack. All of you are amazing in your ability to lead. I see each of you leading in a way that brings glory to the Father and in a way that encourages others to follow. A test for a leader is to look and see who is following. I am proud to say to each of you that I see followers coming behind you and I see the impact you are making in your sphere of influence. 

Remember that our promise from God is that we will see the nation of the Philippines changed for God one child at a time!

God bless each of you with His blessing, health, and prosperity!
Jonas Bohlin

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Notes from Kathy:

1. Profiles. Thank you to all of you who have sent updated profiles for your sponsored children. Just a reminder to those who are still working on them: All profiles are due by July 30. If you are not able to complete them and send them by July 30, please let me know. 

2. Orphanage update. We are happy to let you know that the first orphanage is nearing completion. Armen Cuenca has worked hard to build it with beauty and excellence. Armen requested me to ask you if you know someone that you think would be a good caretaker for the children. We are looking for a Christian widow of excellent character. She must be physically healthy so she can give good care to the children. She will be provided with a home and food plus a monthly love gift for personal expenses. For more information or to make a recommendation, please contact Armen Cuenca at 0917-720-4226.

3.  Set a good example. I have been impressed recently with the importance of our being good examples, especially to children and youth. As you know, children watch and imitate us. In their naivete, they often think if they see us do something, it is ok and they can do it too. I cannot stress enough the importance of that principle. God holds us responsible for the example we are to them. Children learn how to handle disappointment and adversity by watching how we handle disappointment and adversity. 

We must always be aware of what we say, what we do and what we post on Facebook. A good rule to remember is "don't say, do or post anything that would be embarrassing if Jesus sees it." Remember that you are being watched by children who are learning from you about how they should speak and act. 

Titus 2:7
And you yourself must be an example to them by doing good works of every kind. Let everything you do reflect the integrity and seriousness of your teaching.

4. Messages on CD or DVD. Recently at Fullness in Christ Church we had a very good conference on the subject of passing on to the next generation the truths God has taught us. We would like to send you the messages if you would like to have them. We can send them to you on DVD or on CD. If you would like to receive them, we need to verify your mailing address. Please reply to this email and give the following information:

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Thank you for all you are doing as we all partner with God and sponsors and others to change lives. Be assured that our prayers are with you.

Kathy Bohlin, Jonas and Robin Bohlin, Ras and Bev Robinson
He lifts the poor from the dust and the needy from the garbage dump. He sets them among princes, placing them in seats of honor. For all the earth is the LORD's, and he has set the world in order. 1 Samuel 2:8 (NLT)

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