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Treasures Of Hope - update

Greetings to you all!

I give praise and thanks to God for his guidance and for the many life-changing experiences he has brought us through.

It's seven months since Treasures of Hope started and I am seeing the hand of God bring divine appointments, aligning us with unique opportunities of ministry to  women. God is faithful as we seek Him - He promises that he will not leave us nor forsake us.

God has called us to take the Gospel of good news to all the world. Treasures of Hope's vision is to reach the hurting and needy women in our local community. Some are Christians who do not belong to a church, while the others are not Christians yet. We believe God has called us to provide a safe place for women to gather; to receive healing, encouragement and be supported to seek God's direction for their lives.   
 "God sets the lonely in families, he leads forth the prisoners with singing"  Psalm 68:6.
 "He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds" Psalm 147:3.
Some highlights from recent meetings:
Three weeks ago, one woman gave her life to the Lord for the first time. It's always a privilege and a great joy to lead someone to the Lord! This woman came with many questions and in the end, she was willing and ready to receive the gift of salvation. 
During our meeting last weekend, our home became a refuge to a woman who needed time out from her problematic marriage relationship. She has since restored her relationship with God. God is restoring hope and healing to many women. 

We are currently waiting for approval to offer support/ministry to women who are in refuge homes due to domestic violence. There is so much God can do through us when we are available. I read the following scripture today and I was so touched and encouraged about God's love and compassion for the lost. As the scripture is saying, God is calling us to the harvest now, not tomorrow or at any other time - but now!
Psalm 102:13
"You will arise and have compassion on Zion, for it is time to show favor to her; the appointed time has come."
Thank you to all our prayer partners and friends. Your prayers move the hand of God. We continue to covet your prayers so we can influence more lives and fulfill what God is calling us to do.

May God's blessings be upon you all, In Jesus Mighty Name, Amen!

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  1. SPEAK TO THE DARKNESSNovember 8, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    via facebook from Linda Hilton:
    Loved this. . .you know you have my prayers. . looks like the Lord is expanding your ministry to women a bit! Praise God!

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  2. SPEAK TO THE DARKNESSNovember 8, 2010 at 2:26 PM

    via email from Ps Julia Amosa"
    Beautiful Salome
    Like rain on the dry dessert land are the words you encourage us with.
    Well thought, Malo lava le saili, Thank you for putting in time and commitment so others can drink form your well.
    Love julia

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