Happy Valentine’s Day
God’s
Mercies “are new
Every morning.”
La. 3:23
Photography by Frank Martin of Peace Valley, MO
In Old Testament history, we read the
account of Abram who left his home country
in search of a land promised by God.
On the journey, Abram went to Egypt
because there was a “famine in the land,”
and there, he devised his own strategy for
survival in an unknown society.
Because he was afraid that the men of
the country would kill him just to acquire his
beautiful wife, Sarai, Abram told her to tell
them that she was only his sister, and then
they would treat him well. Sure enough, the
little imprecision worked, and she was taken
into Pharaoh’s palace, while Abram gained
animals and servants in return.
Truly, Sarai was his half-sister, as
later described in Genesis 20:11-13, but she
was still very much his wife also. And this
vague act of deceit, designed in fear, was
definitely dishonest; in fact, the Sovereign
Lord acted in response with His own Divine
plan. He inflicted serious diseases on
Pharaoh and his household, and when
Pharaoh finally determined the cause of this
distress, he sent for Abram. Pg 2
Contents: Holiness in 2012, Poem by Maxine 1-2
Pastor Ron. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Poem by Byrum, Wayne’s Mission.. 4
Peggy’s Song and Dream. . . . . . . . . . 5
Christian Influence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Picture, Poem by Byrum . . . . . . . . . . . 7
*Volume 76 *No. 02 *Published by Christian Triumph Co. *Permit # 695 * FEB 2012
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After a few anxious moments, Abram
was told to take his wife and leave, escorted
on his way by Pharaoh’s men.
Like Abram we may, at times, form
methods and actions based on fear of the
unknown. But in using deception which
involves pretense, dishonesty, and trickery,
this choice plainly contributes to a make-
believe world that is in itself an imitation of
true life.
In observing human nature, it is
evident that some patterns of deceit develop
in childhood, ones often learned from abuse
or fear. Furthermore, individuals who
continue these patterns as adults may do so
because of a deep need for support or
personal development. There are other
reasons for this troubled behavior as well,
linked to greed, malice, envy, etc. In fact,
Jesus describes these in Mark 7: 20-23 as
evil thoughts which make us “unclean.”
At whatever level deceit begins in the
heart, it is seen as a hopeless and inadequate
way of facing life’s issues.
THE GOOD NEWS: Jesus came to
help us experience new growth! He forgives
our self-defeating ways and offers change
and a return to our Heavenly Father who
knows us like a book. There is nothing
hidden from Him nor does it have to be for
John 3:16 tells us that God loves us so
much, Jesus died for our sins, and He lives
forever to encourage, strengthen, and
support us as we grow in grace and receive a
blessed, holy, and full life. John 10:10
“Never will I leave you; never will I
forsake you.”- Jesus Hebrews 13:5 NIV
“…because Jesus lives forever, He
has a permanent priesthood. Therefore, He is
able to save completely those who come to
God through Him, because He always lives
to intercede for them.” Hebrews 7: 24—25 NIV
YOUR WILL BE DONE
When in this life we venture,
There are judgments to be made.
I have learned through past experience
That it’s always safe to say,
“Not as I wish, but as You will”;
And results will better be,
For Your purpose is far reaching
And more meaningful to me.
You can see far in the future
From beginning to the end,
And ever o’er the mountains
And around the crooked bends.
But our vision is so cluttered
In this complicated life
That we need Your Holy Spirit
To help us safely to arrive. Pg 3
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We think we know exactly
What we’re striving for down here,
Soon to find that it’s too shaky;
And we’re filled with doubts and fears.
We have found that it’s much better
If we ask Your helping hand,
And to whisper rather softly,
“Lord, please share with us Your plan.”
Do you remember in the garden
When His heart with anguish filled,
That in humble, sweet submission,
Jesus prayed for the Father’s will?
Fore He knew His plan was perfect,
And He wanted to obey,
Though the price would be so costly
As He gave His life away.
It was not without a struggle
As three times He called for help.
In the midst of all that conflict
He was willing to die to self.
It’s that kind of dedication
That it takes for us to come
To the place where we are willing
For the Lord’s will to be done.
Maxine Trigleth
Photo by Frank Martin, Peace Valley, MO
When Job sought to understand the Lord’s will,
God asked him in return: “Do you know how a
hawk soars and spreads her wings to the south?”
Pressing Toward the Mark
By Ron
Pastor and Chaplain
“Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended:
but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which
are behind, and reaching forth unto those things
which are before, I press toward
the mark for the prize of the high
calling of God in Christ Jesus.”
Phil. 3:13-14
I remember a few years ago while driving a school
bus that we were headed to Springfield, which is
about 100 miles away, with a busload of
kindergartners and first-graders who began asking
me if we were “there yet.” (I knew it was going to
be a long day since we were still in sight of the
school.)
Similarly, Paul said, “I’m not there yet. I
have not finished the course; [We still have a lot of
things yet to do] but this one thing I do, forgetting
those things which are behind.”
As we begin the New Year of 2012, it is
very important that we forget about a lot of things in
the past. In contrast, living under grace gives us so
many things to look forward to in this New Year. If
we hang on to the past we will just drag things
around behind us; no need for that. God gives us
freedom and allows us to grow and experience
forgiveness as well as a greater “reaching forth unto
those things which are before… [pressing] toward
the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in
Christ Jesus.”
In “pressing toward the mark” this means to
get closer or to crowd in. Paul knew how important
it is to work hard with one goal in mind (one object
in mind). Look forward to the things of God and
never look back. Each year we must also plan for
what we want to see at the end of the year. Without
a plan or without working towards the future, there
is little hope in getting things accomplished.
There is a prize waiting for us! It begins
with the “high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” This
is God’s life-plan for us. He called us to do great
things, and this is the highest calling that a man,
woman or child can ever have. As well this goal
stays before us until the day we die. This divine Pg 4
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purpose can only be accomplished through God’s
help, direction, grace and His Spirit. All these come
from following God as we press toward that mark,
positively aware that what God has called us to do
is greater than anything this world has ever known.
This is the high calling of being a Christian.
In Christianity, the great prize is being
totally forgiven, completely set free from sin and,
most importantly, being welcomed into the presence
of our Heavenly Father. This prize is not about
“golden streets or mansions.” It is about the
presence of Almighty God and seeing Jesus our
Savior. Amen
Bless the Lord for He is Good!!!
RESOLUTIONS
FORGETTING WHAT'S BEHIND
Did you find any solutions
For keeping your resolutions
Which you made in January—
Now that it is February?
Do your problems of the past
Seem to hold you hard-and-fast;
Your good intentions didn't last,
So from your mind, they've been cast?
Paul's sincere desire for perfection,
Hadn't been reached to his satisfaction,
But he said, “Forgetting what's behind,
With God's help, I hope the prize to find.”*
*Philippians 3:13-14
Byrum C. Lee: 2012
2012
Bringing HOPE in 2012
In researching Juvenile Delinquency on
Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia, it appears that the
age for illegal behavior by minors has dropped in
recent years, and younger boys and girls are
committing crimes. Those who repeatedly offend
are likely to become even more violent in their
behavior.
Youth mentoring is one of several ways
described as preventive services. Several months
ago, Wayne, age 84, was introduced to our Faith
Messenger readers as a volunteer mentor who cares
deeply for these young people. Almost every week
he visits minors at the Juvenile Court, sharing his
own story with them and encouraging them to
“never give up.” Additionally, he always makes
sure they hear this life-changing message: YOU
ARE SOMEBODY!
Recently Wayne expressed a profound
desire to see others become more aware of this
critical situation within our youth, and then, in some
way, become a part of the solution.
Other prevention services include parenting
education, family counseling, substance abuse
education and treatment as well as compassionate
volunteers becoming more involved in learning how
to share or how to help with our struggling youth.
I AM THE LIGHT
OF THE WORLD.
- JESUS
John 8:12 TLB
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The following is a song by Peggy which she
describes as “words [which] came to me from
Jesus.” The Faith Messenger is happy to share this
beautiful song once again.
My dear child, right now I see you
Your sad eyes so full of pain
You’re so hurt and brokenhearted
You think you’ll never love or trust again.
(Chorus)
I came to heal the brokenhearted
To cleanse the wound and take the pain.
My child, won’t you come unto me
And let me make you whole again?
You’ve been so hurt and you’re still hurting.
I know just what you’re going through.
I was deceived, despised, rejected
By those I loved and trusted, too.
(Chorus)
I came to heal the brokenhearted
To cleanse the wound and take the pain.
My child, won’t you come unto me
And let me make you whole again?
Those I loved – well, they forsook me
The way that people often do
I stood alone with none to help me,
I suffered all of it for you.
(Chorus)
I came to heal the brokenhearted
To cleanse the wound and take the pain.
My child, won’t you come unto me
And let me make you whole again?
I rose triumphant over all my suffering!
And triumphant you can be.
For on the cross I took your sorrows
And now, my child, just lean on me.
For I came to heal the brokenhearted
To cleanse the wound and take the pain.
My child, won’t you come unto me
And let me make you whole again?
For I will make you whole again.
In the Bible, we read of dreams and visions in
which God communicates with various individuals.
In the subsequent article, Peggy shares a dream in
which Jesus ministers to her.
I dreamed I woke up and found myself dead.
I wasn’t sure I was dead, so I got up and put on my
cape and wrapped it around me. I went outside and
began to walk up the hill. I could feel rocks under
my feet so I decided I must still be alive. At the top
of the hill was a friend’s cabin. I went in the cabin.
There were four women there. I lay down on the
couch and began to fade.
One of the women said, “I know what that is
and I’m getting out of here.”
I said, “Please don’t go, for Jesus is coming
for me and you will miss something wonderful.” So
the ladies decided to stay.
I began to cry. They asked, “Peggy, why are
you crying?”
I replied, “I love Jesus so much. I wish I
could kneel before Him and give Him gold and
precious jewels.”
They said, “Peggy, you’ve done a lot for
Jesus.” I replied, “Much I have done has been for
self, but that doesn’t count, not really.”
Suddenly Jesus stood in the doorway. He
was pure light and so beautiful! He walked over to
me and I knelt at His feet and began to cry. “Jesus, I
love you so much. I wish I could give you gold and
precious jewels, but much I have done for you was
for self and that doesn’t count, not really.”
Jesus reached down and took me up in His
arms as if I were a child. He said, “I know that, but
you’ve done more than you know – a kind word, a
smile.” Still holding me in His arms, He looked
around the room at the women and said, “Be
faithful until I come.”
I woke up. The dream was over. I thought,
what is God telling me in this dream? What did the
four women represent? I remembered that one year
I couldn’t lead the ladies sharing group at camp
meeting, and I asked a friend to lead. She had never
done that, but since I believed she could, she
decided to lead the group and then did a fine job. I
had encouraged her to step out in faith and do for
the Lord what she didn’t know she could do. Pg 6
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The second lady was my head nurse where I
worked in NY. She didn’t like me, yet, somehow I
influenced her for the Lord.
The third lady was a girl I had taught in
Sunday school. She was grown up. Perhaps, I had
planted some seed for the Lord and it had grown. I
remembered the children’s favorite song, “Why do I
sing about Jesus? Why is He precious to me? He is
my Lord and Savior. Dying He set me free.”
The fourth lady I didn’t recognize. She was
someone I had impacted for Christ. Perhaps she was
a woman I had met on the bus that I promised to
pray for.
We will never know until we get to Heaven
the people we have influenced for Christ or the seed
we have sown.
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Christian Triumph continues to sow the seed in
South America with the help of Narciso Zamora.
News from Donna,
Evelyn Anderson’s
Granddaughter:
In a report from Narciso, Pastor-
Missionary who works with
Christian Triumph, he says: the
cost of printing 2000 El Mensajeros (Christian
Triumph’s Spanish periodical) was the same as the
cost for printing 1000. He continues: Therefore, we
spoke with the seminary in Lima (Peru), and they
have agreed to distribute 700 El Mensajeros
among their students and the local churches. The
pastors in the jungle region asked for 300 copies –
there are five pastors there – and we have nine
pastors in the coastal region and 16 here in the
Cajamarca region, in addition to the 48
independent churches of the Granja Porcon. My
son, Gerson, a professor at the seminary in Lima,
is preparing a form that we can send out to help us
know the need for tracts and how the recipients
will use them.
Evelyn Anderson, daughter of Rev. and Mrs. L Y.
Janes, founders of Christian Triumph, has been a
great Christian witness throughout her life. We send
to her - our love and Happy February Birthday
wishes.
Brother and
Sister Janes
Missions: Shared by
Paul Here is a letter from Anita to an evangelist,
Brother Smith, who is going to Bolivia.
At the Church, I spoke to you regarding
Spanish tracts. The contact email address is
The Secretary/Treasurer at Christian
Triumph in Corpus Christi, Texas, can tell you more
about the literature distribution.
…you can check out the web site at
www.ChristianTriumph.org and its Spanish
counterpart at www.TriunfoCristiano.com
Blessings on you as you minister to the
Spanish speaking people,
Anita, friend of missions
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CHRISTMAS PAGEANT by El Campo’s
Children
First Church of God in El Campo's children's
Sunday school class held a Christmas pageant
entitled Tip Toe to Bethlehem. Pictured in the
photo, front row, left to right are:
Inn Keeper – Payton , Mary – Kendall,
and Joseph – Michael.
Back row, l-r Wiseman – Kaden ;
Littlest Angel – Layla ;
and Shepherd – Konnor.
Sent by Sherry
SOME GOOD ADVICE in 2012
From BYRUM
TRY DEVELOPING A FORGETTER
I've been thinking about something I should
mention,
So now I have decided to bring it to your attention.
If there are things in your past that you truly regret,
Life will be better, if those things you can forget.
Of those whom you've wronged, ask to be forgiven;
To those who wronged you, forgiveness should be
given.
Even with forgiveness, if it's hard to forget the past,
It's better to just move on, for this life won't always
last.
If you've worked on a problem, seeking for a
solution,
But still haven't come up with a satisfactory
resolution;
Here's something you might try, even if with it you
differ—
Try developing a forgetter and decreasing your
rememberer,
Byrum C. Lee: 06/201
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she receives her FM, she sits down and reads it all
the way through. Thank you for such wonderful
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our appreciation. The Lord bless you richly!
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Lord’s will is and always will be the governing
force of all that we do. Thank you for praying. Happy Valentine’s Day! You are loved! Editor
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