As we close the books on the year 2020, the phrase “But God…” came to my mind. Amidst ever-changing circumstances of this past year, the one constant remained the character of God, in which believers find their ultimate trust (Mal. 3:6).
Corrie ten Boom, who courageously harbored Jews from the Nazis in Holland during World War II, wisely stated, “Never be afraid to trust an unknown future to a known God.”
Just a sampling of these words in Scripture speaks to God’s sovereignty and provision:
“But God remembered Noah and all the beasts and all the cattle that were with him in the ark; and God caused a wind to pass over the earth, and the water subsided.” (Gen. 8:1)
“As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good in order to bring about this present result, to preserve many people alive.” (Gen. 50:20)
“My flesh and my heart may fail, But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” (Ps. 73:26)
“But God raised Him up again, putting an end to the agony of death, since it was impossible for Him to be held in its power.” (Acts 2:24)
“But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” (Rom. 5:8)
“So then neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but God who causes the growth.” (1 Cor. 3:7)
As we reflected, as an EA team, upon ministry amidst the unique circumstances of the past year, God’s faithfulness shone brightly:
“In spite of the pandemic, the Lord proved Himself faithful by:
- Protecting our families and love ones, as well as strengthening our faith through the trials and providing opportunities to serve the needy in His name;
- Opening doors for the K2:42 Church Network Development Program, by providing new technological means of training, highlighting God’s providential character;
- Utilizing Abundant Life Program participating and alumni churches to serve the most vulnerable throughout the pandemic;
- Serving families through the Genesis Ministry’s Biblical Counseling, regarding how to respond to emotional and spiritual effects of the lockdowns.
- Enabling us to launch our Church-facilitated Savings Program, which provided instruction on how to deal with the financial challenges of unemployment and economic hardship, particularly among the Haitian and immigrant population most affected.”
– Carlos Pimentel, Director of Operations
As we head into 2021 and our 9th year of ministry, we are anticipating ongoing spiritual and financial challenges, yet, trusting fully in God’s constant character amidst changing times.
End-of-year contributions have historically been a means by which God the Father has supplied Empowering Action’s yearly financial needs “according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus” (Phil. 4:19). So, to the extent that you are able to support EA in that fashion, please know that we covet your prayer and financial partnership.
Watch the below video to get a sampling of the approximately 2,600 individuals being discipled through our K2:42 Church Network Development efforts.
