24 July 2008

Psalm 69:30 I will praise God with a song; I will proclaim his greatness by giving him thanks. (GNT)

Dear warriors, wow, what a journey it's been together! From our humble beginnings in the house at Forest Drive, La Lucia, to the present 3 Sunday services at 1 on 1 Gateway Shopping Centre. You are so precious to Him and to me. My heart bursts with song and thanksgiving to God at the faithfulness of all of you at Destiny. I thank God for those who stand together with me as trustees of this heavenly vision received from Him. I thank God for all the precious staff that remain so true and faithful. I thank God truly for all the precious cell leaders who carry the burden of the Pastoral care together with me. I thank God for all of you who set up the stage, sound, lighting, chairs, run the slideshow and control the air con every Sunday morning; and then take it all down again, long after the last congregation member has gone to bed.

I thank God for those who have heeded the call to minister in our children's Church month after month. I thank God for every Bible College student who has counted the cost to become a disciple. I thank God for every Covenant Partner of Destiny who continues to receive the precious Word of God on Sunday together with their families. I thank God for all the contributers that are making this work of God such an awesome experience. I thank God for those who take care of the financial integrity and monetary dynamics of a Sunday service. I thank God for every intercessor who takes up their cross and lays down their life for their brothers and sisters. Thank you!!

Everyone of you is so special, precious and valued. It is such a privilege to pray for you. Without the sound man their could be no service. Without the band we would not experience the presence of God to the magnificent degree that we do. Without the security it would be so much more difficult to enjoy the service knowing we are all safe and someone has our children's protection at heart. Without the precious warriors who stand at the door with their sweet smiles and gracious hellos the meetings would be less warm. Without all of you there would be no Church.

Truly His grace creates our place. You are all important to making our spiritual experience on a Sunday a rich, warm, kind and loving encounter; not to mention the climate created for His joining us. Every one of you is needed, valued and appreciated in your attendance to create the platform for yet another equipping experience that takes us all to the place of greater maturity. True Christian maturity is never measured by how long you've been a Christian, but rather by your behavior. I continue to marvel at the hunger burning in your hearts for more of Him; your celebration of the Prophet has encouraged me more than you will ever know. Thank you!!

I glow with the anticipation of a long and fruitful association with you, as together we advance the Kingdom of the King. As human beings we are all members of the human race and yet God places us in a family unit. Once we call upon His name and receive forgiveness of our sins and reconciliation to our Creator, we become members of the Body of Christ and yet God places us in a household of faith. As the one who carries the paternal care and responsibility of watching out for your souls in this part of the Body of Christ, thank you for making Him and I proud. I am just a small part of the whole, so remember, the part is never greater than the whole. You are important to Him and us. We love you more than you think!

Your servants,

Marc and Mickaëlle