 We are living in unusual and, in a sense, scary times. Our thoughts can very easily multiply within us and then we get mentally occupied with many things and anxious about them. However, that is not the way to go, we should rather quiet our souls and hope and rest in the Lord as He is still the only fortress and refuge for His children. May He give us grace to do so from day to day!
Once again, thank you for your partnership in the Mukhanyo ministry. We gladly share some specific points for prayer:
May the Lord richly bless you and make you a blessing in your sphere of influence!
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 “But He [Jesus] was in the stern, asleep on the cushion. And they [the disciples] woke Him and said to him, ‘Teacher, do you not care that we are perishing?’ And He awoke and rebuked the wind and said to the sea, ‘Peace! Be still!’ And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm” (Mark 4:38-39).
In our area of the country, the month of August is known for strong winds and, as a result, lots of dust. In our lives and ministries we might also experience times of storms. Or times when we feel “we wish the dust could settle”. As the Lord Jesus stilled the storm for the disciples in the boat, we may trust Him even today to take care of us in “stormy” times. And He is so faithful – He does care and does help us. What a comfort that is! Thank you that you are part of this ministry. We gladly share some specific points for prayer:
 “"Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.”
(Psalm 46:10-11) What a glorious thought: The Almighty God is with us and He is our fortress. Many things are happening around us and there are many uncertainties, but God is on the Throne! He is our refuge and our fortress! May He help us all to remember this wonderful truth in the trying times we are experiencing. Thank you that you are part of this ministry. We gladly share some specific points for prayer:
May the Lord richly bless you and make you a blessing to others!  “You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, and what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also."
(2 Timothy 2:1-2) That is what theological training is all about: To pass on to faithful men what the Lord has taught us and entrusted to us. In this way they are equipped for teach others also – including those in their churches and communities. May the Lord help us that Mukhanyo will have such an impact to the glory of His name! Thank you that you are part of this ministry through your prayers. We gladly share some specific points:
May the Lord richly bless you and make you a blessing to others  “You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth. And when He had said these things, as they were looking on, He was lifted up, and a cloud took Him out of their sight… Men of Galilee…. This Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven.” (Acts 1:8-11)
The Lord Jesus did not leave His disciples behind as orphans – they would be equipped and empowered by the Holy Spirit. That applies to all those following Him, even to us. As the disciples of old, we wonder when the Lord Jesus will return, and as the disciples of old we don’t know, but may the Lord help us to labour faithfully for Him until then!
May the Lord bless you as support us through your prayers!  “Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy, who satisfies you with good so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's” (Psalm 103:2-5).
What a privilege that we may know the Lord God, the One Who is described in the verses above! And furthermore a privilege to work towards the spreading of the Light of the Gospel so that more people may know Him.
May the Lord bless you as support us through your prayers.  “Jesus spoke to them, saying, ‘I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.’”
(John 8:12) The new year has started. At the time of writing the first month is already drawing to a close. We don’t know what the year will bring, but we trust the Lord that it will be a year of many opportunities for the Gospel! May the Lord help us here at Mukhanyo that many church leaders will be equipped and trained for ministry and that our labours will contribute to the extension of His Kingdom in Southern Africa!
Thank you very much for praying together with us.  “For who is God, but the LORD? And who is a rock, except our God? This God is my strong refuge and has made my way blameless. He made my feet like the feet of a deer and set me secure on the heights.” (2 Samuel 22:32-34)
December! The last month of the year – a year that was very different. What can we say? Many suffered hardships, losses and pain, but for the believer there is the comfort: God is our rock and our strong refuge and He guides us. He brought us safe thus far and will lead us safely Home! Here at Mukhanyo the academic year is drawing to an end. Our hearts are filled with gratitude towards the Lord and we gladly share the following points with you for prayer and praise!
Thank you for standing with us through your prayers during 2020 and hopefully again in 2021!  “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear though the earth gives way, though the mountains be moved into the heart of the sea,… The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.” (Psalm 46:1-2, 7) Slowly but surely the world is opening up again after Covid-19 and the lock down that was applied in many places. Some things are returning “back to normal”. Other things are flowing into the mould of a “new normal” and will remain that way. There are also many people whose lives have changed permanently – either through the loss of a loved one or due to the economic crisis that is a result of the pandemic. But even though circumstances have changed, we may trust in the LORD of hosts Who is still with His children. Please thank and trust the Lord together with us for the following:
Thank you for standing with us in this ministry through your prayers!  “Whenever Moses held up his hand, Israel prevailed, and whenever he lowered his hand, Amalek prevailed. But Moses' hands grew weary, so they took a stone and put it under him, and he sat on it, while Aaron and Hur held up his hands, one on one side, and the other on the other side…” (Exodus 17:11-12)
Our supporters and intercessors are like Aaron and Hur that held Moses’ arms up during the war against the Amalek. Thank you so much that you are strengthening our arms in the battle through your interest, love, prayers and gifts. That is indeed a great blessing to us! We gladly share some items with you for prayer and praise.
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