Submitted by Sunset Alumni on Fri, 05/07/2010 - 18:09
Dear Partners of the Gospel; King David penned these wonderful words for us in Psalm 37:1-3). "Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity. For they shall soon be cut down like the grass, and wither as the green herb. Trust in the LORD, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed. Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart. Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass". As Christians, brethren we have nothing to fear, nothing to be envious about. As long as we continue to trust in the Lord, and live out that trust through obedience, all will be well with and for us. Marvellous words of encouragement as we face the struggles and hardships of life. Remember that Jesus said; "And fear not them which kill the body, but are not able to kill the soul: but rather fear him which is able to destroy both soul and body in hell" (Matt. 10:28). Conversion:
Submitted by Sunset Alumni on Thu, 01/22/2009 - 15:32
Latest newsletter ready for you. I have recovered sufficiently to get back at the computer. Had my third physical therapy session today and making good progress. I've also preached once since surgery. Your prayers for my complete recovery are greatly appreciated.
Submitted by dcswinford on Sun, 09/28/2008 - 23:37
This begins a series of several articles reporting on my recent trip to Southern Africa. I look forward to reporting on the efforts of Sunset in Malawi, Botswana and South Africa. Before discussing these mission points, I want to first introduce you to a long-term missionary to South Africa named Jerry Hogg.
Submitted by Sunset Alumni on Tue, 09/16/2008 - 16:30
Isaiah 59:19 – “From east to west everyone will fear him and his great power. He will come like a rushing river, like a strong wind.”
Man has always respected the wind’s force. Wind has the power to destroy, but also to restore, supply (as with windmills), to cleanse (sweep clean or vacuum). God often used the wind for good: to dry up the land after the Great Flood so Noah and his family could get on with their lives; to deliver Moses and those fleeing from the Egyptian army; to cause the sound of a great army when Israel was outnumbered by enemies. In modern days, we hear phrases like: “blowing in the wind,” and “winds of change;” when rumors and speculation result in idle talk. Then, we say certain folks are just “blowing off steam” or they are a “wind-bag”!!!
Sometimes, we must accept what the “wind blows in,” being unable to alter the situation, as with the storms of life. However, opportunities for good may face us when winds of change come knocking on our door, sometimes not! As Christians, though, we must depend upon God to guide us through times of change, to weigh every opportunity in light of His Word.
Just thought that you would like to know what is happening with Apollos Institute and the growing demand for leadership training.
South Africa: Bill Sampson, one of the elders from East Brainerd, and I will be going to Benoni, South Africa. I will be speaking at the annual seminar of the Southern African Bible College. The 2008 SABC Lectureship is scheduled for Sunday, 28 September through Thursday, October 2. The theme is "Spreading the Flame", emphasizing missions, evangelism, and training. Jerry Hogg is the fine director of the school.
Submitted by dcswinford on Tue, 09/16/2008 - 10:51
I can't wait to get back to the USA, download my pictures and let you see a good picture of our Port Elizabeth, South Africa AIMers! What a thrill to visit them and see the incredible things that they are doing in the Kingdom! They are working with school children, working in congregations, and so much more. But look at the picture (I'll give you a second to look)... Does this look like the mission field to you??? Seriously. What a beautiful place. They have great beaches, restaurants, and you can even get multiple English channels on TV! Of course, our AIMers get dirty feeding the hungry, serving orphans, assisting widows, teaching classes, working in the congregations, etc. It is still mission work and we should all be proud of them. Beautiful places are just as stained by sin as any other place and have just as many hidden dangers and trials.
Submitted by dcswinford on Fri, 08/29/2008 - 22:26
It's that time again. Time for another excursion to witness the great things that God is doing around the world and to participate as God opens doors. It is amazing to see what Sunset is doing on the African continent. It is such a blessing to serve at the Sunset International Bible Institute in the International Studies Division through our 57 ministry training schools. Mark Samsill and I will be visiting preachers, teachers and ministry trainers in Malawi, Botswana and South Africa. Normally, this trip would also include Zambia, but I was able to meet with David French of the Mapepe Bible College while he was in Lubbock. It should be a great opportunity.
Submitted by Sunset Alumni on Wed, 07/09/2008 - 19:48
Attached is our 2-month SANewsletter report in a .pdf file with some details about our work in South Africa at the Bible College and in other areas of the Kingdom.
We are having some rather cold nights here now. But, we're half-way through our Winter season, so Spring isn't far away. We get news of flooding and high temperatures in the States with a lot of problems for folks all over. Our prayer is that weather conditions improve, both here and there.
Submitted by Sunset Alumni on Wed, 06/04/2008 - 14:16
May 31, 2008
Dear Ones:
Whatever would we do without modern-day technology -- email, international banking, and convenient air travel? Many of our missionary friends traveled to Africa back in the 40's and 50's by freighter ship that sometimes took 4 to 6 weeks from the USA, some being stranded for weeks in South America or Europe awaiting the next voyage on to Africa. The jet age improved travel tremendously. When we first arrived in South Africa back in 1969, letters to and from the States required anywhere from 8 to 10 days by air, and 2 to 3 months by sea. Email has changed that.
