The Champlin family, including David and Lynn, have served as missionaries in Suriname for over 50 years, facing various hardships and physical challenges. David's father, Daryl, was forced to leave the Congo due to violence and later settled in Suriname, where the family has ministered in multiple villages and churches. The missionaries have worked to establish stronger ties with the government and assist in various outreach ministries, while also facing difficulties such as poverty, theft, and COVID-19. The church is encouraged to pray for the protection and provision of missionaries, as well as a harvest of God's choosing through their efforts. [... more]

The pastor discusses the importance of following Christ, not men, and the dangers of elevating human messengers too highly. He shares personal experiences and biblical examples, including the story of John the Baptist, to illustrate this point. The pastor also shares prayer requests for various individuals and missionaries around the world, including those serving in France, Italy, Brazil, and Suriname. [... more]