As I look at the overall work of Christians in Action, this phase at the turn of the millennium might be called our building phase. Church facilities, medical clinics, elementary schools and ministry training schools are rising out of the ground to provide the infrastructure we need for expanded ministry. These kinds of improvements amaze me because in past years projects like these would not have been possible. Faithful men and women on the field, both foreign missionaries and nationals, are now reaping the benefits of years of steadfast ministry. As we see solid growth on the mission field, the praise must go to the Lord and the thanks to those CinA pioneers who have gone before to break up the rough ground.

While mission field projects are booming, things are different here at home. In the midst of growth and spiritual harvest overseas, the CinA headquarters is experiencing financial drought. In several emergency meetings with our HQ staff members, we have all agreed next year to a reduction of monthly allotments by 25%. In any language that epitomizes sacrificial commitment to the task. I am proud of our people for their dedication, but I’m also concerned. We are trusting God to make up the difference in other ways, but God also says that the workman is worthy of his hire. That admonition speaks not only to me, but to all of us.

Would you join us in the sacrifice to help supply these needs? I try not to mention this very often, but you need to know how we’re doing. CinA depends on your generosity each month to stay up and running. To be more specific, without some especially generous contribution our shortfall averages $5,000 per month. We just can’t continue drawing on dwindling reserves without serious consequences. If you could increase your donation by $20 or $50 or more each month, it would make a wonderful difference. Another good idea is to tell your friends and church about CinA. Our new video presentation is perfect for doing that—just ask us for the DVD. I will send a staff member to help you present it if you think that would help. For all of this to have the necessary impact, pray that many readers will pick up the pace like you.

Thank you for listening as I share about financial concerns. In times like these I am reminded again of how vital you are as a team member, joining forces with us to fulfill God’s mandate for world evangelism. Your prayer and support provide a lifeline to the Gospel message for so many who have yet to hear that in Jesus’ blood there is power to save. Please accept my gratitude for what you have done this year. Working together, the outlook for 2006 will be even better.

Children are being exposed to the Gospel message around the world. Here, amid destitute circumstances in the shantytown of Via Hermosa, Colombia, preschool children practice a skit for the benefit of visiting short-term misionaries.

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