March 28, 2009
I preached my first sermon in the summer of 1950. Do the math. During the past fifty-nine years, I have served as Minister of Education, Bible Chair director, missionary, and pulpit evangelist. Yet, spreading the Good News about Christ through WEI is the most satisfying and rewarding work we have ever done.
This newsletter contains stories about some exciting developments, but there is not enough space to tell the whole story. Suffice it to say, God is using WEI to teach people about Jesus Christ in 200 countries—five more than there are members of the United Nations. That doesn’t mean that these 200 countries have now been saturated with the gospel. It only means that God has gained a foot-hold in each of them. There is still much work to do.
In spite of the barriers that men have erected, God is using the Internet and short-wave radio to leap over every wall. He is utilizing the English language to attract students throughout the world. To him be glory and praise.
Jesus has given us a bold vision. He has challenged us all to move beyond stewardship to sacrificial giving. He is calling upon us to lay up treasures in heaven rather than on earth. He wants us to invest in eternity. Many of you have done that. You have given generously to support WEI, and we are grateful.
Unfortunately, some have fallen on hard economic times and have been forced to cut back on contributions. Others have had to drop out altogether. Consequently, WEI has suffered a shortfall of $4, during the first quarter of 2009. Notice in the financial statement, on page six, that $4, was pulled out of the WEI Mission Fund to cover the deficit. This can’t go on.
We believe that God will continue to supply WEI’s needs. He knows where the resources are, and we believe that he will provide the funds needed to carry on his work and to lead us in the right direction.
We are grateful to you, our friends, who have stood by us and shared your resources. Thank you.
—Dick and Maudine Ady
