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Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful. And pray for us, too, that God may open a door for our message, so that we may proclaim the mystery of Christ (Col 4:2-3)

Prayer

We praise you, Lord, for your great wisdom, faithfulness and love.

Thank you that you choose to work through your people to carry out your purposes.

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We pray for new Wycliffe members currently building a support team and preparing to begin their roles in the places you have called them.

Help them to rely on you to provide for their needs.

Replace any feelings of anxiety about the unknown with a sense of hope and joy about all you are going to do.

Give strength and grace to those facing the pressures of entering a new culture.

Open up doors of opportunity and help them to communicate effectively cross-culturally.

PrayerThank you for calling people into Bible translation.

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Prayer

Give us discernment to know what gifts you have given us and how to use them to serve you, and each other, for your glory.

We place into your hands our hopes, dreams and fears. Lead us according to your will.

Unite us in your truth and love, and help us to share the good news of Christ with the world, wherever you have placed us.

In Jesus’ name,

Amen.

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Thank you for creating each of us unique and giving our lives purpose in your Kingdom.

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Finding Your Place in God’s Picture

God has given each of you a gift … Use them well to serve one another (1 Peter 4:10)

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God speaks through His Word

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God spared my life for a reason

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Our best excuses backfired

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God unearthed my hidden talents

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Our churches kept us going

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God could never use a dog trainer in missions!

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Videos

Portrait of Bible Translation

https://vimeo.com/120148858

Snapshots: Is It For Me?

https://vimeo.com/122480933

Road To Transformation

https://vimeo.com/81973251