Oregon Ministry Network

Passing the Faith Along

We will not hide them from their children; we will tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the LORD, his power, and the wonders he has done. Psalms 78:4

I am grateful for those who have directly and indirectly passed the faith along to me. First, my wonderful parents who not only mentored me in the faith but modeled for me what it means to be a Christ follower and Christian leader. There have been those key people God has brought my way to help me understand the Word and ways of God. Recently I was able to have some quality time with a remarkable veteran of the faith. I’ve known Robert for some 20 years and had the privilege of preaching in his church in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. Robert is now in his mid-80s, but still vibrant and insightful. I tell him that he is a walking encyclopedia of Bible truth and Pentecostal experience. As does any great true man of God, he humbly says, "Thanks, I am still in the process." He is full of stories and insights that amaze and inspire me. Thank God for such people.

One of the most important things we can do for the present and future generation in our ministry is be in the business of passing the faith along. This was the instruction of Moses to parents in Deuteronomy 6. This is what Eli did for Samuel, Naomi did for Ruth, Elijah did for Elisha, Mordecai did for Esther and Paul did for Timothy. Intentionally, sharing who God is, what God could do and how God wanted to bless. As you head into the fall, I encourage you to deliberately make sure you are passing the faith along. Talk of God’s wonderful works, explain God’s Word in ways that can be understood and practiced. Then demonstrate your love for God in authentic worship. This generation and the next generation long for this mentoring and modeling.

Congratulations Oregon Fine Arts Participants
During the 53rd General Council in Orlando, the following Oregon students were recognized for their participation: Brooks Assembly of God - Krystelle Arneson Received Award of Merit (first place) for keyboard solo. King’s Circle AG, Corvallis - Micah DelBozque, Cameron Kelley, Jacob Wambach, Alex Watson Jasper Assembly of God - David Cooper Redmond Assembly of God - Brianna Marshall, Joshua Meinert, Alina Ziesemer, Joshua Ziesemer, Racheal Ziesemer Westgate AG, Salem - Connor Hedge, Jordan Marsland, Stephan Partipilo, Ulises Ponce-Cuen, Erik Rojas, Kaysha Standridge Horizon Cummunity Church, Tualatin - Josh Adent, Matt Biddle, Chris Blair, Stephanie Campbell, Steven Campbell, Chardae Dover, Bryan Haag, Kyle Hill, Phil Lancaster, Brooklynne Levasa, Luke Migas, Aaron Russell, Candice Russell, Devin Sheets, Loren Sheets

ONE on ONE COACHING Now Offered
The Oregon Ministry Network in partnership with Ministry Coaching International is now offering affordable One On One Coaching specifically designed for our OMN ministers. There are still openings for this life-enriching and leadership-enhancing experience. To receive more information, contact our Lead Coach, joy [at] ministrycoaching [dot] com (Joy Wilson.)