Brian and Jackie Chilvers, out link missionaries, have now been in Chard for two months. You can catch up with their exploits by downloading their August Newsletter.

D L Moody once said, “You’ve got to get people lost before you can get them saved.” Now this could almost be our motto as we launch a series of new initiatives under our “Love Aldwick” banner. Please pray that these initiatives do bring us into contact with more non-Christians and give us the opportunity to befriend them and share the Gospel.

When we watch the news on TV, almost every day, we see situations of injustice and violence. This week please choose one item that brings tears to your eyes and pray about it every day. Pray that, despite the dismal news we continually see and hear, God’s kingdom will continue to advance, bringing truth and hope.

This week, try to relax. Breathe in deeply. It’s time for a fresh start. A chance to move forward as God directs you. Listen out for God’s word to you.

Jesus says, “You (my followers) are the light of the world (Matthew 5:14). This week, pray that the Lord will show you how you can ‘light up’ your community with Jesus.