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Zambia 2013 Outreach • Mission Trip

Please pray as I pray about returning to Zambia after 28 years. I will be traveling with Dr. Joan Hust or as I call her: Mom.

Many changes of course have taken place in the short time we have been away. We would like to minister to all we come into contact with especially the leadership of the Church’s and ministries that were in Joan's ministry, from Club House, Bible College, radio to the ministry trips she planned and used as tools to minister to many people during her time there.

Zambia, like all of that part of the world is extremely beautiful, and has many people with a heart for God serving HIM. Being able to come and show that there are those around the world who care and encouraging them can be a great blessing for not only them but yourself as well. Their way of life and their testimony can change your heart and your testimony can help them.

Zambia is predominantly Christian that includes the Seventh-day Adventist, The Church of Latter-day Saints and Jehovah's Witness. Pray that God's Word can touch every heart and that all may see Him in the light and strive to serve Him in everything. Pray that the walls that separate them from Jesus will be broken down and that His love will flow like the oceans across the land. Pray that those who have given their life to Jesus will be strengthened to overcome all the hardships and temptations that come their way. Pray that God will bless Zambia and its people.

Please pray for the support I need to make this trip.

I plan to do video work so everyone can hear what is going on in Zambia and that the testimony of those living and working in Zambia can touch those around the world with God's love.

If you think ministering to those outside of your city and country is not right then you are not called overseas but to minister to those next door and around your town. So get out there and show God's love no matter where you are. Let people around you see God's love at work in your life and don't forget to invite your neighbors over for dinner every few months so that they can see HIM in you.

If you don't think you are called to minister to your neighbor then I am sorry to say you must be rejecting His call to go. Don't let fear stop you from greeting someone or stop you from showing God's love.

He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well.” Mark 16:15-18

Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:19-20

If you have a heart from God to minister to those in Zambia and would like to be a part of this outreach please contact Jacob for further information.
Phone 208•277•8584 
e-mail Jacob@ministrynews.org 
  

Is life not quite real at times?

Prayer is talking to God. It is how we communicate with our creator. Sin cut us off from God; it is through Jesus Christ we are given access to Him again.
To know God’s Will in our life we NEED to have an active prayer life. If we don’t, then we will never know what God’s Will for our life is. Don’t try to give an excuse that God will not answer your prayer. For if you do not trust His Word you are not truly a Christian.

“In that day you will no longer ask me anything. I tell you the truth, my Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete.” JOHN 16:23-24

So the question we may have is what type of things do we pray for, what should we be praying for. I need to point out that we need to have God’s true love flowing through us, we need to be in His Word, reading it and placing it in our hearts, we need to place His ways in our hearts, we need to first ask for His forgiveness, in this way we do not come before Him with sin in our hearts. God’s Word shows us many a promise that should encourage us to be bold and to have faith in our prayers.

“I tell you the truth, anyone who has faith in me will do what I have been doing. He will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father. And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Son may bring glory to the Father. You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it.” JOHN 14:12-14

Use God's Love in your ministry and life

As we look to God’s Word, we see that the love we are to have is not something He recommends or suggests for us to have or give. The love He has for us to give is a love we have been commanded to do. If we are commanded, then we can see that this pure love we are to love with and show must be an action that we MUST do. It is something we can learn to do. It is a change in our life, in our way of thinking, one that
will affect our total being, our fundamental nature of our entire life, how we act, speak, and respond to situations around us. God has given us a COMMAND, an instruction that MUST be obeyed, a mandate. If the love God COMMANDED us to have was an emotional love as the world really sees the definition, then we would never be able to do as commanded, as we would not be able to love at all times as instructed, but only as we felt like.
Without pure love, love as defined by God's Word, we can have no relationship with God. Without His pure love in its fullest meaning, we are going to find ourselves lost in this world of sin.

"Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. The second is this: Love your neighbor as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these." MARK 12:30-31

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Media to share the love of Christ

Over the years years presentations have changed for media.  The younger generation are use to short commercials that give them the information they want.  It is no longer just a bunch of stills or text that make an impact.




It is through video and through the internet that can now make a huge difference to the younger generations.

Though I am free and belong to no man, I make myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible. To the Jews I became like a Jew, to win the Jews. To those under the law I became like one under the law (though I myself am not under the law), so as to win those under the law. To those not having the law I became like one not having the law (though I am not free from God’s law but am under Christ’s law), so as to win those not having the law. To the weak I became weak, to win the weak. I have become all things to all men so that by all possible means I might save some. I do all this for the sake of the gospel, that I may share in its blessings.   1 Corinthians 9:19-23

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Testimony • Your story • You can help change a life.

We would like to hear your testimony. If you know Jesus as your savior then you have a testimony we would like to hear. Share and let the world know so others may accept Jesus.

If you have a story to tell let us know. God can use it all for His glory.

Contact us today.

info@ministrynews.org

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Code of Ethics for Ministry News

We put no stumbling block in anyone’s path, so that our ministry will not be discredited. (2 Corinthians 6:3)

Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. (Philippians 1:27)

All who are called by God to the ministry of the gospel solemnly commit to a life of joyful obedience and selfless service in order to glorify God and enrich his people. Therefore, a minister will:

Pursue Integrity

I know, my God, that you test the heart and are pleased with integrity.

All these things I have given willingly and with honest intent. (1 Chronicles 29:17)

• in personal character.

Exalt Christ, not self. Be honest, not exaggerating or over-promising; peace-loving, not contentious; patient, not volatile; diligent, not slothful. Avoid and, when necessary, report conflicts of interest and seek counsel.

• in personal care.

Care for the spiritual, mental, emotional and physical dimensions of your person, for “your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit” (1 Corinthians 6:19).

• in preaching and teaching.

Interpret the Bible accurately and apply it discerningly: “In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned” (Titus 2:7-8). Speak the truth in love. Give due credit when using the words or ideas of others.

Be Trustworthy

It is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful. (1 Corinthians 4:2)

• in leadership.

Model the trustworthiness of God in leadership to encourage and develop trustworthiness in others. Use power and influence prudently and humbly. Foster loyalty. Demonstrate a commitment to the well-being of the entire congregation. Keep promises. Respond sensitively and appropriately to ministry requests and needs: “Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very little will also be dishonest with much” (Luke 16:10).

• with information.

Guard confidences carefully. Inform a person in advance, if possible, when an admission is about to be made that might legally require the disclosure of that information. Communicate truthfully and discreetly when asked about individuals with destructive or sinful behavior patterns. Tell the truth, or remain discreetly silent: “A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret” (Proverbs 11:13).

• with resources.

Be honest and prudent in regard to personal and ministry resources. Refuse gifts that could compromise ministry. Ensure that all designated gifts are used for their intended purpose: “If you have not been trustworthy in handling worldly wealth, who will trust you with true riches?” (Luke 16:11).

Seek Purity

Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers

in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. (1 Timothy 4:12)

• in maintaining sexual purity.

Avoid sinful sexual behavior and inappropriate involvement. Resist temptation: “Among you there must not be even a hint of sexual immorality” (Ephesians 5:3a).

• in spiritual formation.

Earnestly seek the help of the Holy Spirit for guidance and spiritual growth. Be faithful to maintain a heart of devotion to the Lord. Be consistent and intentional in prayer and scriptural study: “Take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ” (2 Corinthians 10:5).

• in theology.

Study the Bible regularly and carefully to understand its message, and embrace biblical doctrine. In forming theology, consider biblical teaching authoritative over all other sources.

• in professional practice.

Identify a minister/counselor who can provide personal counseling and advice when needed. Develop an awareness of personal needs and vulnerabilities. Avoid taking advantage of the vulnerabilities of others through exploitation or manipulation. Address the misconduct of another clergy member directly or, if necessary, through appropriate persons to whom that member of the clergy may be accountable.

Embrace Accountability

Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, watching over them—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not pursuing dishonest gain, but eager to serve; not lording it over those entrusted to you, but being examples to the flock. (1 Peter 5:2-3)

• in finances.

Promote accepted accounting practices and regular audits. Ensure that ministry funds are used for their intended ministry purposes.

• in ministry responsibilities.

Ensure clarity in authority structures, decision-making procedures, position descriptions, and grievance policies. Model accountability at the highest organizational levels.

• in a denomination or a ministry organization.

Ensure compliance with ministry standards and expectations, including regular reports.

Facilitate Fairness

Believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ must not show favoritism. Suppose a man comes into your meeting wearing a gold ring and fine clothes, and a poor man in filthy old clothes also comes in. If you show special attention to the man wearing fine clothes and say, “Here’s a good seat for you,” but say to the poor man, “You stand there” or “Sit on the floor by my feet,” have you not discriminated among yourselves and become judges with evil thoughts? (James 2:1-4)

• with staff.

Follow approved ministry practices in staff selection processes. Advocate for equitable pay and benefits for staff. Provide regular staff team building, affirmation, training, evaluation, and feedback. Be honest with staff regarding areas to celebrate as well as those needing improvement.

• with parishioners.

Ensure appropriate access to staff by parishioners. Preach and teach to meet the needs of the entire ministry. Assume responsibility for ministry health. When asked for help beyond personal competence, refer others to those with requisite expertise.

• with the community.

Build God’s Kingdom in cooperation, not competition, with other local ministries. Provide Christian ministries to the public as possible. Encourage good citizenship.

• with a prior ministry.

Do not recruit from a previous ministry without permission. Avoid interfering in the ministry of a previous organization.

As a minister of the gospel, I commit to abide by the standards set forth.

Modified resource from www.naecodeofethics.com 

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Need a video for your ministry?

“Ministry News” is looking for people in ministry, missions or Pastors who would benefit from video about themselves and the ministry they are in.

• “Ministry News Video” is a faith based ministry that can make video presentations at no cost to your organization.
• “Ministry News” can use video footage created by you, create the footage or combine both for a professional informative view of the ministry.
• The end product can then be used to make people aware of what you do and help bring prayer, volunteers and support.

“Ministry News” is focusing on ministries without the resources to do this on their own. If you know of a ministry or have a need yourself please contact us today.

May God be glorified and His love abound in everything.

Keep the Faith!

Jacob

Ministry News Video Ministry

www.ministrynews.org

info@ministrynews.org

208•277•8584

Book cover for Lifes Journey Devotionals by Joan S. Hust

A book cover for Joan Hust's Devotional book that will be published soon.

Little fix on cover.

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Ministry News Video Ministries promo video

The main goal of Ministry News is to provide video services to Christian Ministries and Missionaries around the globe that will help them inform supporters and potential supporters of what they are doing and the results of their endeavors. 

The primary service Ministry News will provide is professional video and internet media. This will be accomplished by sending out video teams to interview ministers and the people they impact. 

Ministry News is a faith based ministry. Many ministries are stretched thin when it comes to resources. Ministry News can come in and help them produce video and other media that can help increase the exposure they have to reach those with the resources to help them.

Ministry News Video Ministry needs you!

Ministry News Video Ministry is seeking a person in their twenties to thirties to interview other ministries.  No experience needed.

• Requirements:  You have a heart for Jesus
• At this time the position of interviewer is a volunteer one.

208•277•8584    info@ministrynews.org

Please pray for this ministry and that the Lord will provide the right person.

Ministry News Video Ministry

Some Needs and updates for the ministry

Thank you for your support in 2012

Some of the equipment still needed is lighting to help the video look professional.
4 LED light kit:
Light Kit on Amazon 

Another need is wireless mics to get the professional sounding voices on the video.
 2 Kits for 2 wireless microphones
 Microphone Kit on Amazon

Prayer is the most important part of anyone's life and Ministry News needs your prayer all the time.  If you would like to commit to praying for this ministry please let us know.

Please note:  I am using CDA Emergency Computer service accounts at this time for Ministry News.  All money I make through CDA Emergency Computer services also goes to .Ministry News Video Ministry.