By Joel Fair, Pastor of CrossPointe Coast Cape
For the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of the Lord as the waters cover the sea.
Habakkuk 2:14
In the midst of a pronouncement of judgement and woe to a wayward and rebellious people, the prophet Habakkuk gives us this vision of heaven. This is the comparison the prophet is making, the earth will be filled with knowledge the same way the sea is filled with water. The sea is completely made of water, it cannot be more filled! Look again at what knowledge the prophet is speaking of, the knowledge of the glory of the Lord!
The knowledge of the glory of the Lord is both a cognitive understanding and an experience. In the Old Testament the Hebrew people could describe the presence of the Lord to each other but they could also see the pillar of cloud by day or fire by night. They could go to the tabernacle or temple of God for worship. In the New Testament we have the fullness of the knowledge of the glory of God revealed to us in Jesus Christ according to Colossians 1:19. The early church was propelled in their Gospel proclamation by both letters and stories about Jesus and by their relationships with the Savior.
Today we have those same stories about God in His Word and we have the experience of His Spirit in our lives. The Holy Spirit is working in the Church to conform us to the image of our Savior so that the whole earth will be filled with the knowledge of the glory of God! Let’s pray that today we will be led by the Spirit of God to proclaim the good news of who Christ is wherever we are. We can pray this prayer with confidence today – “Lord, use us to fill the earth with knowledge of your Glory!” Please join us in this prayer as you pray for WEGO and our gospel partners throughout the earth.
Join Us in Praying for Our Home Build!
Please join us this week in praying for the dining room of the new children’s home. Almost every child comes into our home malnourished. You just can’t imagine what a table full of warm food looks like through their eyes.
How You Can Pray
Pray for the conversations that will happen around our new table. Pray each bite of food will be a glimpse into Christ’s love and care for them.
Jesus the Shepherd Church – Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
About Jesus the Shepherd Church:
Gansukh has been the pastor of Jesus the Shepherd Church since 2005. They focus on serving their community by providing teaching and fellowship for several age groups and sharing the gospel with their neighbors. In the future, they hope to be involved in planting churches and discipling more Christians along the way.
How You Can Pray:
1) Pray that God would keep Gansukh, his family and congregation healthy.
2) Pray that God would grow his family’s faith, and keep the church in step with the Holy Spirit.
3) Pray that God would be with his daughter as she is about to have surgery.
4) Pray that God would use Jesus the Shepherd Church to bring more people to Christ and disciple them into maturity.
Jinotepe Baptist Church – Nicaragua
From Pastor Pedro Moises Lopez Castillo:
“I am 36 years old. I’ve been married for 2 years, my wife’s name is Francis, she is 24 . We have one baby, he is 10 months. We live in my Dad’s house. I’ve been a youth pastor for 3 years. I love what I do because it feels so great to share our hearts with youth that need Jesus. I live in Diriamba and go to my church only twice a week since the pandemic. My church is located in Jinotepe. Going to church with my family is such a joy. When my youth team gathers on Saturdays we pray for all the USA teams serving in Nicaragua.”
How You Can Pray:
1) Pray that God would help us to find a house to live in.
2) Pray that God would help me to find work.
3) Pray that God would keep my family healthy.
Altankhuyag – New Hope Director, Mongolia
About Altankhuyag (center):
Altankhuyag is the director of New Hope Children’s Home, where her joyous and prayerful presence provides encouragement, warmth, and stability to all of the kids she serves. She and her husband (director of WEGO Mongolia) have 4 children together, and 5 grandchildren. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her kids, cooking and reading books. She also enjoys taking every opportunity to treat the kids at New Hope. She says God has been faithful in her life and ministry.
How You Can Pray:
1) Pray that God would bless her children and their families, and lead them into deeper relationship with Himself.
2) Pray that God would keep her healthy.
3) Pray that God would guide her ministry and provide wisdom to lead all the children and staff in Christ.
Miriam Lopez – Communications Coordinator, Nicaragua
From Miriam:
“I am 35 years old and I live in Diriamba, in a community called Las Colinas. My husband is Hugo, he is 36 years old. Together we live in my dad’s house and have a little girl who is 20 months old. I’ve been working for WEGO for 3 years, this coming March will mark 4 years. It has been a blessing to be part of this wonderful team in Nicaragua and from the USA. During the pandemic everything is crazy but we are all in God’s hands. Thank you all for the effort you put in to provide us a job here. We love you all and pray for you daily. May the Lord protect you and your family.”
How You Can Pray:
1) Pray that we would be able to build a little kitchen for my house.
2) Pray that God would keep us faithful in Him no matter what.
3) Pray for all of those who are in need spiritually and physically, that God would work in their lives.
Enerel – New Hope Children’s Home, Mongolia
About Enerel (second from left, in pigtails):
Enerel is one of the sweetest souls you could come across, with a depth and resolve one would seldom expect to find in a 13 year old. She and her two siblings came to New Hope Children’s Home in 2016. In the house, she leads by example in seeking the Lord daily. The younger kids seek her out for help with homework, and she can often be seen coaching them through their letters and arithmetic. Her favorite subjects in school are math, literature and sports. At home she loves to read, but lately has been enjoying cooking. She’s hoping to funnel the culinary skills she develops into a career someday.
How You Can Pray:
1) Pray that God would be with the USA.
2) Pray that God would give her good health and help her to study well.
3) Pray that God would help her father and her family.
Natany Hernandez – New Hope School, Nicaragua
From Natany:
“I am 9 years old. I live with my Mom and Dad. We live in the Roman Esteban community. My Dad’s name is Carlos, and my Mom’s is Maria. They are both 28. We live in our own house. I‘m in 3rd grade. I love being part of the Bible club because I learn good things, like how to treat my friends well and know more about God. Plus, my teacher is awesome and sweet. I also enjoy the food we eat here—especially when we eat chicken.”
How You Can Pray:
1) Pray that God would keep me healthy and growing strong.
2) Pray that God would protect my mom and dad.
3) Pray that God would be with all my friends from school.