Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
(Galatians 6:9)
Times of waiting can be hard and challenging. Just like a traffic light unexpectedly turning red forcing us to stop and wait for it to turn green. It can be disruptive, as we are in hurry to move on to our destinations and accomplish our plans for the day in a timely manner. Waiting times in more serious matters can be frustrating, but it can also be an opportunity for much needed rest, reflection and even spiritual growth. It may lead to a deeper commitment and stronger focus to move forward in our personal faith journey but also together as followers of Jesus.
From conversations within the CIAM mission family, supporters and friends, we know that many of you find yourselves in seasons of waiting due to unforeseen circumstances and challenges. We are praying and waiting in Jesus name that wars will cease, raging fires & smoke dissipate, health situation change, relationship restored, additions broken and more. No matter what you face, we want you to know that you are not alone. The CIAM mission family is holding you in close prayers as Jesus invites us to come to Him. “Come to me all you who are weary and burden, and I will give you rest “ (Matthew 11:28). Help us to trust in the Lord with all our heart and not to lean on our own understanding and strength, but in all our ways submit to Him and He will make our paths straight (Proverbs 3:5-6). As Christians we are no lone rangers, but brothers and sisters in the Lord, waiting and standing together in His mighty power!
In times like these, CIAM is deeply thankful for your on-going faithful support and prayers. In fact, without your support and many dedicated missionary volunteers, we would not be able to serve and support every local community and broadcast where CIAM is present. As such, CIAM is wholeheartedly committed to continue sharing the Good News in person and over the airways, on- line and on your mobile phones, one person, family and community at a time. We thank God for His provisions and for sustaining and growing what is His, the only great I AM. May God give us hearts to wait long on Him and anticipate the wonders He is working in and through us.
CIAM Praise & Prayer
- Forest fires & smoke that is affecting so many people in many of our broadcast communities.
- Technical challenges with the heat wave and equipment in several broadcast communities.
- Finalizing of full power upgrades in Grand Prairie & High Level/La Crete areas ($10,000 is still needed for completion)
- Thank God for the start of 1&1 Mentorship and launching of My Story. Please pray for more 1 &1 Mentors to join this exciting and much needed mission outreach.
- Update and enjoy the new CIAM Radio app!
- Praise God that for the start of The Vine’s online and mobile broadcasts. Please pray for a quick CRTC approval for the VINE 92.3FM as new broadcast applications are on hold by CRTC.
- More CIAM missionaries and volunteers.More strength and protection over existing missionaries and volunteers that serve so faithfully in their respective communities.
- Please pray for CIAM Community broadcast and their team members and need of new volunteers and leaders on a local level.
- Start of the CHOICE and the training of a new programming team in Edmonton
- Implementation of new virtual broadcast servers that are critical in CIAM’s long term broadcast structure.
- Please pray for as solution for the blocked access to Facebook, Instagram for CIAM and other Canadian broadcasters due to the implementation of Government Canada and CRTC on-line news act. This social media access for CIAM is important part of our emergency and community information to our listeners.
