Good News in Anyone’s Language. 2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message,

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Good News in Anyone’s Language

2 Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ (Col 4:2-3) Prayer We praise you, Lord, for your great wisdom, faithfulness and love. Thank you that you choose to work through your people to carry out your purposes. Photo by Elyse Patten

3 Good News in Anyone’s Language We pray for new Wycliffe members currently building a support team and preparing to begin their roles in the places you have called them. Help them to rely on you to provide for their needs. Replace any feelings of anxiety about the unknown with a sense of hope and joy about all you are going to do. Give strength and grace to those facing the pressures of entering a new culture. Open up doors of opportunity and help them to communicate effectively cross-culturally. Prayer Thank you for calling people into Bible translation. Photo by Janeen Michie

4 Good News in Anyone’s Language Prayer Give us discernment to know what gifts you have given us and how to use them to serve you, and each other, for your glory. We place into your hands our hopes, dreams and fears. Lead us according to your will. Unite us in your truth and love, and help us to share the good news of Christ with the world, wherever you have placed us. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Photo by Aileen Agoncillo Thank you for creating each of us unique and giving our lives purpose in your Kingdom.

5 Good News in Anyone’s Language Finding Your Place in God’s Picture God has given each of you a gift … Use them well to serve one another (1 Peter 4:10)

6 Good News in Anyone’s Language God speaks through His Word Photo by Gates Foundation

7 Good News in Anyone’s Language God spared my life for a reason

8 Good News in Anyone’s Language Our best excuses backfired Photo by Heather Pubols

9 Good News in Anyone’s Language God unearthed my hidden talents

10 Good News in Anyone’s Language Our churches kept us going

11 Good News in Anyone’s Language God could never use a dog trainer in missions!

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