According to the online dictionary that I use, to prioritize means "to give the highest or higher importance, rank, privilege, etc." To make it real simple...first things first. Like Jesus said in Matthew's gospel account, ch 6, vs. 33, "seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness." quote is from the NKJV, the NRSV says "strive first for the kingdom of God." A few blog postings ago I talked about the preaching of the cross and I referred to a medical team going to Mali in Africa and ministering medical help to some people there. Last evening I witnessed a special power point presentation of that mission and I realized what priority really means.
These women who left our city and paid their own expenses as well as paying for much of the mission expense were doing something that was higher in rank than business as usual. They were putting the kingdom of God first, because that is what Jesus came to do. Matt. 11:4-6, "Go and tell John the things you hear and see . The blind see and the lame walk; the lepers are cleansed and the deaf hear; the dead are raised up and the poor have the gospel preached to them. And blessed is he who is not offended in Me." Last evening's power point was an up to date version of what Jesus was talking about. It was a challenge to all who witnessed it; oh yes and not many dry eyes.... including mine.
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You are so right ,what a great time we all had ,it was almost like you could reach out and help them,lets hope some of us do just that,we can all give something we can all be Mission Minded,give time,money but most of all our PRAYERS
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Indeed prayers is the greatest help you can do to extend the Kingdom and YES, without the prayers it is just another activity.
Thanks to all who have committed to partner with us this way.
Madeleine Allard
Medical Mission International
It was an incredible night and my second time seeing that presentation. It almost felt as though I was there. When I went on my first missions trip, I knew I was meant to do so much more. I have gone on 2, but want more. Someday I will. But in the meantime, the best thing is to pray not only for the medical team, but that the people see miracles. Lord, I pray that people will be healed during this time so that they can see the mighty move of your presence and know that it was YOU that healed them. This will draw them to you Lord. Thank you Jesus!!!
God bless you Madeleine and your team. My prayers are with you!!
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